DR. BRUCE L MERMELSTEIN ED.D
NPI 1285674184
Psychologist - Counseling in Newton, MA

Active since June 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
21 WALNUT PL, NEWTON, MA 02461(617) 527-4610(617) 527-6829 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 28, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Bruce L Mermelstein Ed.d NPPES

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

DR. BRUCE L MERMELSTEIN ED.D (NPI 1285674184) is an individual counseling provider in Newton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (3460) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285674184
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy103TC1900X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRUCE L MERMELSTEINCredential: ED.D
Location Address21 WALNUT PLNewton, MA 02461-1716
Mailing Address21 Walnut PlNewton, MA 02461-1716 · (617) 969-8694
Fax(617) 527-6829
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 28, 2017
NPI 1285674184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychologist · CounselingBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103TC1900X
License Licensed in MA · 3460
Definition
A psychologist who specializes in general practice and health service. It focuses on how people function both personally and in their relationships at all ages. Counseling psychology addresses the emotional, social, work, school and physical health concerns people may have at different stages in their lives, focusing on typical life stresses and more severe issues with which people may struggle as individuals and as a part of families, groups and organizations. Counseling psychologists help people with physical, emotional and mental health issues improve their sense of well-being, alleviate feelings of distress and resolve crises. They also provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of more severe psychological symptoms.
21 WALNUT PL, Newton, MA 02461

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINWO3550MA

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

Dr. Bruce L Mermelstein Ed.d 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 ID4486638772
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040615000790
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

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.

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
509 services25 patients

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 Bruce Mermelstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Mermelstein is 1285674184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2006.

Where is Bruce Mermelstein located?

Bruce Mermelstein practices at 21 Walnut Pl, Newton, MA 02461. The listed phone number is (617) 527-4610.

What is Bruce Mermelstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist, specializing in Counseling, with taxonomy code 103TC1900X.

Is Bruce Mermelstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Mermelstein 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 Bruce Mermelstein accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care list Bruce Mermelstein 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 Bruce Mermelstein was last updated on November 28, 2017. 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.