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THOMAS KU M.D.
NPI 1417344086
Internal Medicine in Plymouth, MA

Active since April 22, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
275 SANDWICH ST, PLYMOUTH, MA 02360(508) 746-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 9, 2023, Aug 27, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Thomas Ku M.d. NPPES

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

THOMAS KU M.D. (NPI 1417344086) is an individual internal medicine provider in Plymouth, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (274806) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417344086
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS KUCredential: M.D.
Location Address275 SANDWICH STPlymouth, MA 02360
Mailing Address275 Sandwich StPlymouth, MA 02360-2183 · (508) 746-2000
Phone(508) 746-2000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 22, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1417344086 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 274806
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License MK1156276G (MA)
275 SANDWICH ST, Plymouth, MA 02360
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 155 Lake Ave NWorcester, MA 01655-0002 · Phone (508) 334-1000
Location 241 Mall RdBurlington, MA 01805-0001 · Phone (781) 744-8000

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

Thomas Ku 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 ID9335458496
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180910001009
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
539 services257 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
176 services174 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
124 services77 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
81 services79 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
66 services66 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northeast Hospital Corporation

Acute Care Hospitals · Beverly, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220033
Location85 Herrick StreetBeverly, MA 01915 · Essex 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02360 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
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$14.72 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
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$69.88 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.

MISS ALEXANDRA STORB KIMBALL OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 732-8700
COREY SIGNS CNM
Advanced Practice Midwife
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 746-2000
PATRICK LINEHAN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 830-2113
DR. IRINA GUREVICH M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
275 SANDWICH ST, C/O CATHY GREY
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 830-2390
DR. EDGAR HENRY BALLENAS M.D.
General Acute Care Hospital (Rural)
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 830-2800
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS HOSPITAL PLYMOUTH, INC.
Psychiatric Unit
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 746-2000
CHRISTINA LIQUORI FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 746-2000
MS. EMILY ANN BUMPUS
Physician Assistant
275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360
Plymouth County (508) 746-2000

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 Thomas Ku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Ku is 1417344086. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2015.

Where is Thomas Ku located?

Thomas Ku practices at 275 Sandwich St, Plymouth, MA 02360. The listed phone number is (508) 746-2000.

What is Thomas Ku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Thomas Ku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Ku 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 Thomas Ku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Ku is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation and South Shore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Ku was last updated on February 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.