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DR. KENNETH RICE MD
NPI 1144291741
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Newton, MA

Active since January 31, 2006PECOS Enrolled
345 BOYLSTON ST STE 400, NEWTON, MA 02459(617) 482-7800(617) 802-7001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Dr. Kenneth Rice Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. KENNETH RICE MD (NPI 1144291741) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Newton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (M42042) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144291741
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KENNETH RICECredential: MD
Location Address345 BOYLSTON ST STE 400Newton, MA 02459-2863
Mailing Address345 Boylston St Ste 400Newton, MA 02459-2863 · (617) 482-7800 · Fax (617) 802-7001
Phone(617) 482-7800
Fax(617) 802-7001
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 21, 2026
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 21, 2026
✔ NPI 1144291741 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · M42042
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
345 BOYLSTON ST STE 400, Newton, MA 02459
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2101289MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Kenneth Rice Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
30 services25 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
30 services30 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
21 services20 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
20 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02459 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Kenneth Rice's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Rice is 1144291741. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Rice located?

Kenneth Rice practices at 345 Boylston St Ste 400, Newton, MA 02459. The listed phone number is (617) 482-7800.

What is Kenneth Rice's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Kenneth Rice enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Rice is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Kenneth Rice accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Kenneth Rice as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Rice was last updated on September 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.