DR. AKINOBU ITOH MD
NPI 1396005211
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Boston, MA

Active since May 24, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, MOAKLEY BLDG., BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 414-8060(617) 414-8012 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 15, 2024, Apr 3, 2024, Nov 22, 2023 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Akinobu Itoh Md NPPES

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

DR. AKINOBU ITOH MD (NPI 1396005211) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Rhode Island (MD18439) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396005211
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AKINOBU ITOHCredential: MD
Location Address830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, MOAKLEY BLDG.Boston, MA 02118-2905
Mailing Address960 Massachusetts Avenue, Fl 2Boston, MA 02118-2690
Fax(617) 414-8012
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 15, 20248 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 15, 2024
NPI 1396005211 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in RI · MD18439 Licensed in MA · 290316 Licensed in MO · 2015041384
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, Boston, MA 02118

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1732 Harrison Avenue, 3rd Floor West, Preston Bldg.Boston, MA 02118-2309 · Phone (617) 638-8488 · Fax (617) 638-8489
Location 2455 Toll Gate RdWarwick, RI 02886-2759 · Phone (401) 681-4996 · Fax (401) 921-6569
Location 355 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2621 · Phone (617) 643-9745

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid110181787AMA
Medicaid3143903NH
Medicaid200002509MO

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

Dr. Akinobu Itoh 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 ID9133374499
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130313000060, I20220126000889, I20220602002197
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 6

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.

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
19 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 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.
14 services14 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 2 grafts 33534
A Coronary Artery Bypass with 2 grafts is a heart procedure. It involves taking healthy blood vessels from another part of your body and using them to bypass, or go around, blocked arteries in your heart. This helps improve blood flow to your heart.
11 services11 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

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

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number260032
LocationOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kent County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Warwick, RI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number410009
Location455 Toll Gate RdWarwick, RI 02886 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02118 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 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, MOAKLEY BLDG.
BOSTON, MA 02118
Physician Assistant
830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, MOAKLEY BLDG.
BOSTON, MA 02118
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
830 HARRISON AVENUE, STE 3400, MOAKLEY BLDG.
BOSTON, MA 02118

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 Akinobu Itoh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akinobu Itoh is 1396005211. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2012.

Where is Akinobu Itoh located?

Akinobu Itoh practices at 830 Harrison Avenue, Ste 3400 Moakley Bldg., Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 414-8060.

What is Akinobu Itoh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Akinobu Itoh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akinobu Itoh 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 Akinobu Itoh accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 4 other insurers list Akinobu Itoh 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 Akinobu Itoh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Akinobu Itoh is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Barnes Jewish Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akinobu Itoh was last updated on August 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.