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DR. WILLIAM G. KANTAR M.D.
NPI 1336233642
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Newton, MA

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
382 KENRICK ST, NEWTON, MA 02458(617) 969-2084(617) 965-4821 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. William G. Kantar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM G. KANTAR M.D. (NPI 1336233642) is an individual psychiatry provider in Newton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (27796) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (1962).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336233642
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM G. KANTARCredential: M.D.
Location Address382 KENRICK STNewton, MA 02458-2708
Mailing Address382 Kenrick StNewton, MA 02458-2708 · (617) 969-2084 · Fax (617) 965-4821
Phone(617) 969-2084
Fax(617) 965-4821
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 1962
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 2012
✔ NPI 1336233642 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 27796
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
382 KENRICK ST, Newton, MA 02458
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid0144312MA
Medicare PINB33194MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Providence Health Plan.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

Dr. William G. Kantar 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 ID6507882453
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051019001079
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 2

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
315 services28 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes 90836
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 45-minute session where a healthcare provider discusses your mental and emotional health. They assess your current state, manage any issues, and help you develop coping strategies. This service aims to improve your overall well-being.
280 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02458 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
$189.86 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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 William Kantar's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Kantar is 1336233642. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is William Kantar located?

William Kantar practices at 382 Kenrick St, Newton, MA 02458. The listed phone number is (617) 969-2084.

What is William Kantar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is William Kantar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Kantar 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 William Kantar accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Providence Health Plan list William Kantar 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 William Kantar was last updated on July 25, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.