DR. FREDERICK THURSTON DRAKE M.D.
NPI 1285880294
Surgery in Boston, MA

Active since August 09, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
720 HARRISON AVE, DOB 503, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 414-8060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Frederick Thurston Drake M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FREDERICK THURSTON DRAKE M.D. (NPI 1285880294) is an individual surgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (267345) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Utah School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285880294
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. FREDERICK THURSTON DRAKECredential: M.D.
Location Address720 HARRISON AVE, DOB 503Boston, MA 02118-2371
Mailing Address830 Harrison Ave, Suite 3400Boston, MA 02118-2905 · (617) 414-8060 · Fax (617) 414-8457
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Utah School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 2016
NPI 1285880294 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in MA · 267345 Licensed in WA · ML60020745
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
720 HARRISON AVE, Boston, MA 02118

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. Frederick Thurston Drake M.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 ID345558730
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161006001972
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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
13 services13 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
$97.64 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $24.41 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Pharmacy Technician
720 HARRISON AVE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
720 HARRISON AVE, DOB-503
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychologist (Clinical)
720 HARRISON AVE, SUITE 606
BOSTON, MA 02118
Pharmacy Technician
720 HARRISON AVE, DOCTORS OFFICE BUILDING
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychologist (Clinical)
720 HARRISON AVE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 HARRISON AVE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
720 HARRISON AVE, DOB-915
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine
720 HARRISON AVE, DOB 5
BOSTON, MA 02118

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 Frederick Drake's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frederick Drake is 1285880294. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2008.

Where is Frederick Drake located?

Frederick Drake practices at 720 Harrison Ave Dob 503, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 414-8060.

What is Frederick Drake's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Frederick Drake enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frederick Drake 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 Frederick Drake affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frederick Drake is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frederick Drake was last updated on August 25, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.