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DR. LEAH TAFFEL MD
NPI 1215341722
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since June 12, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 9 STE SUITE A, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 638-6610 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 15, 2018, May 2, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Leah Taffel Md NPPES

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

DR. LEAH TAFFEL MD (NPI 1215341722) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (274210) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and is a graduate of Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215341722
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. LEAH TAFFELCredential: MD
Location Address725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 9 STE SUITE ABoston, MA 02118
Mailing Address720 Harrison Ave, Dob 503Boston, MA 02118-2371
Phone(617) 638-6610
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1215341722 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0300X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 274210
Definition
An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 274210 (MA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 259603 (MA)
725 ALBANY STREET, Boston, MA 02118
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid110124863AMA

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

Dr. Leah Taffel 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 ID4981904455
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180710002022
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 9

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
74 services25 patients
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99350
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.
58 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
47 services32 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.
26 services17 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
25 services13 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
24 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Boston Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220031
Location1 Boston Medical Center PlaceBoston, MA 02118 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02118 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
$189.86 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers17 claims42 services$5.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MR. TIMOTHY MICHAEL BRITT PA-C
Physician Assistant
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 4, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-5633
DR. DAVID M. GREER MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8456
HORMUZDIYAR HENRY DASENBROCK MD
Neurological Surgery
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE C
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8992
JUAN-PABLO LOPEZ-ZERTUCHE ORTIZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 6B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7460
DR. DEBJANI SAHNI M.D.
Dermatology
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 8
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7420
POOJA R. RAVAL M.D.
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 5 & 6
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-5951
ARTHUR ROLAND CELESTIN M.D.
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 8A, SHAPIRO BUILDING
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8419
SEAN DOHERTY PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 3, SUITE A
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-4861

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 Leah Taffel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leah Taffel is 1215341722. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2014.

Where is Leah Taffel located?

Leah Taffel practices at 725 Albany Street Shapiro 9 Ste Suite A, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 638-6610.

What is Leah Taffel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Leah Taffel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leah Taffel 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.

Is Leah Taffel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Leah Taffel is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leah Taffel was last updated on June 15, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.