ROBERT L SCHIFFMAN MD
NPI 1225010176
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Cambridge, MA

Active since November 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, SUITE 514, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138(978) 658-5577(978) 658-5587 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Robert L Schiffman Md NPPES

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

ROBERT L SCHIFFMAN MD (NPI 1225010176) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Cambridge, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (44071) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225010176
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameROBERT L SCHIFFMANCredential: MD
Location Address300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, SUITE 514Cambridge, MA 02138-5600
Mailing Address300 Mount Auburn St, Suite 514Cambridge, MA 02138-5600 · (978) 658-5577 · Fax (978) 658-5587
Fax(978) 658-5587
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of New Mexico School Of MedicineGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateNovember 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 19, 2023
NPI 1225010176 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in MA · 44071
Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, Cambridge, MA 02138

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 155 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2621 · Phone (617) 349-5708

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0129712MA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Robert L Schiffman 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 ID3476570326
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051029000259
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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
183 services58 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.
156 services51 patients
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.
110 services41 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
35 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02138 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
$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 7

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
5 suppliers27 claims27 services$11.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$907.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
7 suppliers84 claims84 services$63.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers25 claims25 services$33.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
5 suppliers20 claims6,139 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$33.24 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.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, SUITE 515
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Urology
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, STE 519
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, HEMA/ONC
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Otolaryngology
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, SUITE 308
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Surgery
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST, SUITE 407
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Ophthalmology
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 MOUNT AUBURN ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138

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 Robert Schiffman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Schiffman is 1225010176. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 16, 2005.

Where is Robert Schiffman located?

Robert Schiffman practices at 300 Mount Auburn St Suite 514, Cambridge, MA 02138. The listed phone number is (978) 658-5577.

What is Robert Schiffman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Robert Schiffman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Schiffman 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 Robert Schiffman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Robert Schiffman 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 Robert Schiffman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Schiffman is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Schiffman was last updated on April 19, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.