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KARIM AWAD MD
NPI 1295939189
Psychiatry & Neurology - Sleep Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since June 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
133 BROOKLINE AVE, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 421-1020(617) 421-1063 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 19, 2021, Nov 26, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Karim Awad Md NPPES

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

KARIM AWAD MD (NPI 1295939189) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (237649) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295939189
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084S0012X
Provider Legal NameKARIM AWADCredential: MD
Location Address133 BROOKLINE AVEBoston, MA 02215-3904
Mailing Address133 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215-3904 · (617) 421-1020 · Fax (617) 421-1063
Phone(617) 421-1020
Fax(617) 421-1063
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 19, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1295939189 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084S0012X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 237649
Definition
A Psychiatrist or Neurologist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License 237649 (MA)
133 BROOKLINE AVE, Boston, MA 02215
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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

Karim Awad 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 ID244495067
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120629000158
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 3

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.

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.
185 services163 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, and sleep time 95800
A sleep study monitors your sleep patterns to evaluate your sleep quality. It records your heart rate, breathing, and actual sleep time. This information helps identify any sleep disorders, ensuring you get the rest you need for optimal health.
184 services184 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
51 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

Acute Care Hospitals · Needham, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220083
Location148 Chestnut StreetNeedham, MA 02494 · Norfolk County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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 15

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
10 suppliers376 claims376 services$34.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers250 claims250 services$80.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers234 claims684 services$28.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers133 claims756 services$16.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers102 claims593 services$12.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers287 claims287 services$46.43 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.

MRS. MELISSA ASHLEY ZIOGAS APRN-FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
SHIVAUN ELAINE PIKE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
HARRIET SCHEFT M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-2040
CAROL J ZUCKERMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine
133 BROOKLINE AVE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-5804
HARVARD VANGUARD MEDICAL ASSOCIATES
Social Worker
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
DIANE L. GILWORTH NP
Registered Nurse
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-6050
MARGARET SIDOR PHD, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1035
NED WILSON MORSE
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (174) 211-1496

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 Karim Awad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karim Awad is 1295939189. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2007.

Where is Karim Awad located?

Karim Awad practices at 133 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 421-1020.

What is Karim Awad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084S0012X.

Is Karim Awad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karim Awad 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 Karim Awad accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Karim Awad 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 Karim Awad affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karim Awad is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karim Awad was last updated on January 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.