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DAVID L. RIFKEN MD
NPI 1295796068
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Northampton, MA

Active since March 31, 2006PECOS Enrolled
30 LOCUST ST, NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060(413) 582-2101(413) 582-2949 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About David L. Rifken Md NPPES

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

DAVID L. RIFKEN MD (NPI 1295796068) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Northampton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (60008) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the, and is a graduate of State University Of Ny Upstate Medical University (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295796068
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDAVID L. RIFKENCredential: MD
Location Address30 LOCUST STNorthampton, MA 01060-2052
Mailing Address291 Moody StLudlow, MA 01056-1246 · (800) 688-6663 · Fax (413) 589-7554
Fax(413) 582-2949
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of Ny Upstate Medical UniversityGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1295796068 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in MA · 60008
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
30 LOCUST ST, Northampton, MA 01060

Other Identifiers 7

Other4707190MA · Cigna
Other2359411MA · Aetna
Medicaid2024748MA
Other000000006714MA · Bmc
Other060008MA · Tufts
OtherJ07934MA · Bcbs Ma
Other240479MA · Harvard Pilgrim

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

David L. Rifken 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 ID5294715298
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050713001075
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 11

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.

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
81 services80 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
68 services67 patients
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function 74230
This process, known as a swallowing study, uses imaging technology to view how food and liquid move from your mouth to your stomach. It helps identify any issues you may have swallowing, which can be crucial for determining the best treatment plan.
58 services58 patients
Double contrast x-ray of esophagus 74221
A double contrast x-ray of the esophagus is a diagnostic procedure that uses a special type of x-ray and a contrast material to capture detailed images of your esophagus. This helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues.
55 services55 patients
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452
Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
43 services43 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
33 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the

Acute Care Hospitals · Northampton, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220015
Location30 Locust StreetNorthampton, MA 01060 · Hampshire County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01060 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%742 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
100%437 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%73 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Physician Assistant
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Physician Assistant
30 LOCUST ST, COOLEY DICKINSON HOSPITALIST PROGRAM
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Anesthesiology
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Anesthesiology
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Physician Assistant (Medical)
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Social Worker
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
Pediatrics
30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060

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 David Rifken's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Rifken is 1295796068. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006.

Where is David Rifken located?

David Rifken practices at 30 Locust St, Northampton, MA 01060. The listed phone number is (413) 582-2101.

What is David Rifken's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is David Rifken enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Rifken 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 David Rifken affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Rifken is affiliated with Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Rifken was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 26 days 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.