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VALERIE GALEN TAINSH M.D.
NPI 1407218522
Anesthesiology in Boston, MA

Active since March 28, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 573-3380 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 20, 2021, Mar 28, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Valerie Galen Tainsh M.d. NPPES

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

VALERIE GALEN TAINSH M.D. (NPI 1407218522) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (283763) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407218522
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameVALERIE GALEN TAINSHCredential: M.D.
Location Address243 CHARLES STBoston, MA 02114-3096
Mailing Address243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114-3096 · (617) 573-3380
Phone(617) 573-3380
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 20, 2021
✔ NPI 1407218522 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 283763
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
243 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA 02114
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Valerie Galen Tainsh 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 ID9638442841
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211004001876
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Valerie Tainsh reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Associates, Inc.
Same address
Ophthalmology
243 CHARLES ST
Boston, MA 02114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 478 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932574332 (617) 523-7900

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
32 services32 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on neck area (1 year or older) 00320
Anesthesia for a procedure on the neck area is a medical service provided to ensure you remain comfortable and pain-free during the operation. It involves administering medication to numb the neck region or to induce sleep. The method chosen depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145
Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).
11 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300
Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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.

CARLA PETERSEN AU.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
243 CHARLES ST, AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3266
DR. SULEMAN IMRAN KHAN MD
Ophthalmology
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-4443
DR. RYAN CARLSON MD PHD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 523-7900
MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY
Eyewear Supplier
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3182
DANIEL ROBERT LEFEBVRE M.D.
Ophthalmology
243 CHARLES ST, 10TH FLOOR -- OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC SURGERY
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 523-7900
ELLIOTT D. KOZIN MD
Otolaryngology
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-6545
DR. LUCIA K SOMBERG MD, MPH
Emergency Medicine
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3431
MS. JANET ENGLISH HUETTIG LICSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 573-3548

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 Valerie Tainsh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Tainsh is 1407218522. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2016.

Where is Valerie Tainsh located?

Valerie Tainsh practices at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 573-3380.

What is Valerie Tainsh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Valerie Tainsh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valerie Tainsh 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Valerie Tainsh's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Valerie Tainsh reassigns Medicare benefits to Massachusetts Eye And Ear Associates, Inc. (Boston, MA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Valerie Tainsh's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Valerie Tainsh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Valerie Tainsh is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valerie Tainsh was last updated on September 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.