HOWARD L KAUFMAN M.D.
NPI 1376627109
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Boston, MA

Active since October 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

NPPES record last updated: August 8, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Howard L Kaufman M.d. NPPES

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

HOWARD L KAUFMAN M.D. (NPI 1376627109) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (72588) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the, and is a graduate of Logan College Of Chiropractic (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376627109
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD L KAUFMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address55 FRUIT STBoston, MA 02114
Mailing Address55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2621 · (617) 726-8290
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLogan College Of ChiropracticGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 8, 2018
NPI 1376627109 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License Licensed in MA · 72588
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid01782645NY

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Howard L Kaufman 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 ID3476613464
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180821003612
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 4

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.
148 services95 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.
61 services49 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
20 services16 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
17 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the

Acute Care Hospitals · Northampton, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220015
Location30 Locust StreetNorthampton, MA 01060 · Hampshire County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220075
Location243 Charles StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220110
Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dover, NH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number300018
Location789 Central AveDover, NH 03820 · Strafford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02114 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.

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, GRAY-BIGELOW 444
BOSTON, MA 02114
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
55 FRUIT ST, DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, GRJ-504
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
55 FRUIT ST, BIGALOW 852 F
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

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 Howard Kaufman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Kaufman is 1376627109. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2006.

Where is Howard Kaufman located?

Howard Kaufman practices at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 726-6607.

What is Howard Kaufman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Howard Kaufman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Kaufman 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 Howard Kaufman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Howard Kaufman 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 Howard Kaufman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Kaufman is affiliated with Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the, Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -, Brigham And Women's Hospital and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Kaufman was last updated on August 8, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.