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AARON RICHARD KAUFMAN MD
NPI 1174028096
Ophthalmology in Boston, MA

Active since March 25, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 573-4443 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, Mar 25, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Aaron Richard Kaufman Md NPPES

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

AARON RICHARD KAUFMAN MD (NPI 1174028096) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Ohio (35.150595) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174028096
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameAARON RICHARD KAUFMANCredential: MD
Location Address243 CHARLES STBoston, MA 02114-3096
Mailing Address243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114-3096 · (617) 573-4443
Phone(617) 573-4443
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 15, 2024
✔ NPI 1174028096 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OH · 35.150595✔ Licensed in MA · 291517
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
243 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA 02114
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11945 Cei DrBlue Ash, OH 45242-5664 · Phone (513) 984-5133
Location 2222 Piedmont Ave Ste 4000Cincinnati, OH 45219-4239 · Phone (513) 984-5133
Location 33188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219-2369 · Phone (513) 584-5461

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, MedMutual and more.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Aaron Richard Kaufman Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8820348212
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240530001820
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 5

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.
43 services35 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
24 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
23 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
20 services14 patients
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.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360003
Location3188 Bellevue AvenueCincinnati, OH 45219 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bethesda North

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number360179
Location10500 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02114 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

CARLA PETERSEN AU.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
243 CHARLES ST, AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3266
DR. SULEMAN IMRAN KHAN MD
Ophthalmology
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-4443
DR. RYAN CARLSON MD PHD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 523-7900
MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY
Eyewear Supplier
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3182
DANIEL ROBERT LEFEBVRE M.D.
Ophthalmology
243 CHARLES ST, 10TH FLOOR -- OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC SURGERY
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 523-7900
ELLIOTT D. KOZIN MD
Otolaryngology
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-6545
DR. LUCIA K SOMBERG MD, MPH
Emergency Medicine
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3431
MS. JANET ENGLISH HUETTIG LICSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3548

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 Aaron Kaufman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Kaufman is 1174028096. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2018.

Where is Aaron Kaufman located?

Aaron Kaufman practices at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 573-4443.

What is Aaron Kaufman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Aaron Kaufman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aaron Kaufman is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Aaron Kaufman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, MedMutual, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Health Insurance and 1 other insurer list Aaron Kaufman 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.

Is Aaron Kaufman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aaron Kaufman is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, LLC and Bethesda North.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Kaufman was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.