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RICHARD PELS
NPI 1336288141
Internal Medicine in Cambridge, MA

Active since February 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST MACHT 4TH FLOOR, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139(617) 665-1068 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 8, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Richard Pels NPPES

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

RICHARD PELS (NPI 1336288141) is an individual internal medicine provider in Cambridge, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (53837) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance, and is a graduate of University Of Florida College Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336288141
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD PELS
Location Address1493 CAMBRIDGE ST MACHT 4TH FLOORCambridge, MA 02139
Mailing Address1493 Cambridge St Macht 4th FloorCambridge, MA 02139
Phone(617) 665-1068
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateFebruary 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 8, 2011
✔ NPI 1336288141 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 53837
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST MACHT 4TH FLOOR, Cambridge, MA 02139
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINJ0156201MA

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

Richard Pels 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 ID8426004722
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050330000316
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 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.
82 services44 patients
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.
23 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cambridge Health Alliance

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number220011
Location1493 Cambridge StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02139 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

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers20 claims80 services$6.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Richard Pels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Pels is 1336288141. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 6, 2007.

Where is Richard Pels located?

Richard Pels practices at 1493 Cambridge St Macht 4th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139. The listed phone number is (617) 665-1068.

What is Richard Pels's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Richard Pels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Pels 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 Richard Pels accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Richard Pels 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 Richard Pels affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Pels is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Pels was last updated on December 8, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.