HARRISON W FARBER M.D.
NPI 1396721841
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Boston, MA

Active since December 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 9, SUITE B, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 638-7480(617) 638-7486 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 16, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Harrison W Farber M.d. NPPES

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

HARRISON W FARBER M.D. (NPI 1396721841) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (47862) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396721841
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameHARRISON W FARBERCredential: M.D.
Location Address725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 9, SUITE BBoston, MA 02118-2526
Mailing Address720 Harrison Ave, Dob 503Boston, MA 02118
Fax(617) 638-7486
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateDecember 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 16, 2014
NPI 1396721841 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in MA · 47862
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 47862 (MA)
725 ALBANY ST, Boston, MA 02118

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINB76600MA
Medicaid110064014AMA
Medicare PINBX0635MA

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

Harrison W Farber 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 ID4688619505
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050622000223
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 8

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.
270 services137 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.
123 services69 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
75 services45 patients
Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451
This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.
72 services66 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
44 services44 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.
22 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Lowell General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lowell, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220063
Location295 Varnum AvenueLowell, MA 01854 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

South Shore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Weymouth, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220100
Location55 Fogg RoadSouth Weymouth, MA 02190 · Norfolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tufts Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220116
Location800 Washington StreetBoston, MA 02111 · Suffolk 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
$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 10

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

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers120 claims469 services$18.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers94 claims2,607 services$35.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers28 claims28 services$14.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
7 suppliers91 claims91 services$66.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers47 claims47 services$31.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, epoprostenol, 0.5 mg J1325
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI026N
3 suppliers85 claims29,295 services$12.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 3, SUITE A
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 9, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Obstetrics & Gynecology
725 ALBANY ST
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 5, SUITE A
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Dermatology
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 8
BOSTON, MA 02118
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 4, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
725 ALBANY ST, SUITE 7B, SHAPIRO 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 Harrison Farber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Harrison Farber is 1396721841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 16, 2005.

Where is Harrison Farber located?

Harrison Farber practices at 725 Albany St Shapiro 9, Suite B, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 638-7480.

What is Harrison Farber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Harrison Farber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Harrison Farber 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.

Is Harrison Farber affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Harrison Farber is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, South Shore Hospital and Tufts Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Harrison Farber was last updated on May 16, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.