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DR. BETSY S AUGUST MD
NPI 1346231271
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Salem, MA

Active since October 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 301, SALEM, MA 01970(978) 741-3700(978) 741-3354 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Betsy S August Md NPPES

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

DR. BETSY S AUGUST MD (NPI 1346231271) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Salem, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (59447) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Heywood Hospital, and is a graduate of Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346231271
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BETSY S AUGUSTCredential: MD
Location Address55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 301Salem, MA 01970-2185
Mailing AddressPo Box 9142Charlestown, MA 02129-9142 · (617) 724-0287 · Fax (617) 726-2894
Phone(978) 741-3700
Fax(978) 741-3354
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 2007
✔ NPI 1346231271 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 59447
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
55 HIGHLAND AVE, Salem, MA 01970
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINA66619

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include WellSense 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. Betsy S August 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 ID5294782512
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050407000945
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 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.
38 services26 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
25 services25 patients
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091
A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Heywood Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gardner, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220095
Location242 Green StreetGardner, MA 01440 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01970 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

91.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality76.87
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

HEATHER BREEN NORE COUNSELING INTERN
Counselor (Mental Health)
55 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 573-4310
ANTOINE M SALVADOR MA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
55 HIGHLAND AVE, HIGHLAND HALL
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 825-6685
RONALD C HARTFELDER MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
55 HIGHLAND AVE, STE 304
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 741-4171
DANIEL CARROLL HAGAN DO
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 104
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 745-4489
STEPHEN BRAUNINGER
Audiologist
55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 201
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 745-6601
SOUND CHOICE INC
Hearing Aid Equipment
55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 201
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 740-6699
JULIA MOSKOWITZ PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
55 HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE 201
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 825-6620
DR. CHALINI JAYASEKERA PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
55 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 825-6677

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 Betsy August's NPI number?

The NPI number for Betsy August is 1346231271. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2005.

Where is Betsy August located?

Betsy August practices at 55 Highland Ave Suite 301, Salem, MA 01970. The listed phone number is (978) 741-3700.

What is Betsy August's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Betsy August enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Betsy August 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 Betsy August accept?

Health plans from WellSense Health Plan list Betsy August 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 Betsy August affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Betsy August is affiliated with Heywood Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Betsy August was last updated on August 13, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.