GERALD F ABBOTT MD
NPI 1316935299
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Boston, MA
NPI Status: Active since October 13, 2005
Contact Information
55 FRUIT STREET FND 202
MGH RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA
ZIP 02114
Phone: (617) 724-4254
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 55
- Radiology
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About GERALD ABBOTT
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Gerald Abbott, a provider established in Boston, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in diagnostic radiology and more than 55 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1316935299 assigned on October 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085R0202X with license number 39014 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 14 years ago.
- NPI
- 1316935299
- Provider Name
- GERALD F ABBOTT MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 55 FRUIT STREET FND 202 MGH RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES BOSTON, MA 02114
- Location Phone
- (617) 724-4254
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 9142 MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL PHYSICIANS ORGANIZATION INC CHARLESTOWN, MA 02114
- Mailing Phone
- (617) 724-4254
- Mailing Fax
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1971
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 10-13-2005
- Last Update Date
- 08-21-2012
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Radiology Diagnostic Radiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 2085R0202X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 39014
- License State
- MA
- Taxonomy Description
- A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 003116432 | OTHER (01) | CT MED ASSISTANCE | |
| 004384 | OTHER (01) | BLUE CHIP | |
| 3108449 | OTHER (01) | HEALTHY START | |
| 000000001988 | OTHER (01) | NHPRI | |
| 720052401 | OTHER (01) | CIGNA | |
| 1600203 | OTHER (01) | UNITED HEALTH PLANS | |
| B13566 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | ||
| 3108449 | MEDICAID (05) | MA | |
| 007000607 | OTHER (01) | RI MEDICAL ASSISTANCE | |
| 240003 | OTHER (01) | RIH PILGRIM | |
| 007000607 | OTHER (01) | HOSPITAL PIN | |
| 007600 | OTHER (01) | TUFTS | |
| 300067431 | OTHER (01) | RR MEDICARE | |
| 007600 | OTHER (01) | BCBS | |
| 240165 | OTHER (01) | W AND I PILGRIM | |
| 7600 | OTHER (01) | FEP BLUE CROSS | |
| 007000620 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Gerald Abbott is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Gerald Abbott is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 2668569799
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20071106000361
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast
Ct scan of chest with contrast
Ct scan of chest with contrast
Ct scan of chest without contrast
Ct scan of chest without contrast
Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast
Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast
Low dose ct scan of chest for lung cancer screening
Low dose ct scan of chest for lung cancer screening
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml
X-ray of chest, 1 view
X-ray of chest, 1 view
X-ray of chest, 2 views
X-ray of chest, 2 views
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays and a special dye to get detailed images of your blood vessels in the chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to heart and lungs.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsA 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.
This service was performed 202 times for 196 patientsA 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.
This service was performed 137 times for 135 patientsA CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
This service was performed 69 times for 68 patientsA CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
This service was performed 77 times for 74 patientsA CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.
This service was performed 48 times for 47 patientsA CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsA low-dose CT scan of the chest is a quick, painless procedure that uses a small amount of radiation to create detailed images of your lungs. It's a key tool for early detection of lung cancer, especially for those at high risk.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsA low-dose CT scan of the chest is a quick, painless procedure that uses a small amount of radiation to create detailed images of your lungs. It's a key tool for early detection of lung cancer, especially for those at high risk.
This service was performed 34 times for 33 patientsLow osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
This service was performed 2,144 times for 28 patientsA chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
This service was performed 3,761 times for 2,178 patientsA chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
This service was performed 13 times for 12 patientsA 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.
This service was performed 1,623 times for 1,515 patientsA 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.
This service was performed 403 times for 391 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $24.41 for a new patient copayment and $19.71 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 02114 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $97.64
- Minimum New Patient Price $63.72
- Maximum New Patient Price $189.86
- Average New Patient Copayment $24.41
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.93
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $47.46
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $78.84
- Minimum Established Patient Price $21.07
- Maximum Established Patient Price $155.29
- Average Established Patient Copayment $19.71
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.26
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.82
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Gerald Abbott is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL | 55 FRUIT STREET BOSTON, MA 02114 | (617) 724-9725 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY - | 243 CHARLES STREET BOSTON, MA 02114 | (617) 523-7900 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| NEWTON-WELLESLEY HOSPITAL | 2014 WASHINGTON STREET NEWTON, MA 02462 | (617) 243-6000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL | 75 FRANCIS STREET BOSTON, MA 02115 | (617) 732-5500 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MARTHA'S VINEYARD HOSPITAL INC | ONE HOSPITAL ROAD, FIRST FL, WING 5, PO BOX 1477 OAK BLUFFS, MA 02557 | (508) 693-0410 | Critical Access Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1316935299, we treat the final digit (9) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1316935299, enumerated as an "individual" on October 13, 2005.
The provider is located at 55 FRUIT STREET FND 202 MGH RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES BOSTON, MA 02114 and the phone number is (617) 724-4254.
Radiology with taxonomy code 2085R0202X and a focus in Diagnostic Radiology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Tufts Health Plan,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Gerald Abbott is affiliated with: MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY -, NEWTON-WELLESLEY HOSPITAL, BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL and MARTHA'S VINEYARD HOSPITAL INC.
