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DR. NICHOLAS T QUARSHIE MD
NPI 1497990014
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Worcester, MA

Active since December 10, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.02/100
CMS Quality Rating
55 LAKE AVE N, WORCESTER, MA 01655(508) 856-3155(508) 856-3111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 5, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 5, 2020, Aug 15, 2018, Mar 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Nicholas T Quarshie Md NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS T QUARSHIE MD (NPI 1497990014) is an individual nephrology provider in Worcester, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (249462) and active in the NPI registry since December 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, and maintains a secondary practice location in Marlborough.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497990014
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS T QUARSHIECredential: MD
Location Address55 LAKE AVE NWorcester, MA 01655
Mailing AddressPo Box 415348Boston, MA 02241-5348 · (800) 225-8885 · Fax (508) 334-1977
Phone(508) 856-3155
Fax(508) 856-3111
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateDecember 10, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 5, 20204 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 5, 2020
✔ NPI 1497990014 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 249462
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
55 LAKE AVE N, Worcester, MA 01655
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1157 Union StMarlborough, MA 01752-1228 · Phone (508) 481-5000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.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. Nicholas T Quarshie 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 ID345402210
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120510000552
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.

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.
561 services134 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.
358 services139 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.
99 services79 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.
38 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Leominster, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number220001
Location60 Hospital RoadLeominster, MA 01453 · Worcester County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Health - Harrington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Southbridge, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220019
Location100 South StreetSouthbridge, MA 01550 · Worcester County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Healthcare-Marlborough Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marlborough, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220049
Location157 Union StreetMarlborough, MA 01752 · Middlesex County
Emergency services

Milford Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Milford, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number220090
Location14 Prospect StreetMilford, MA 01757 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220163
Location55 Lake Avenue NorthWorcester, MA 01655 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01655 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.02/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

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

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
1 supplier11 claims3,120 services$1.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
11 suppliers664 claims100,869 services$0.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers541 claims83,285 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers12 claims2,070 services$0.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
6 suppliers470 claims53,160 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier16 claims1,500 services$0.95 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.

HILLARY R. IRONS MD
Emergency Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 421-1400
MS. EILEEN A. DUHAMEL NP
Nurse Practitioner
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2710
EWA HRYNISZYN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
HELEN COPSEY PA-C
Physician Assistant
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-8585
DR. ADEPEJU GBADEBO CHAMPION M.D.
Internal Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2731
SOWMYA KORAPATI
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3550
LAYLA FAKHRZADEH M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N, ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
YOONYIE CHO M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-1000

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 Nicholas Quarshie's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Quarshie is 1497990014. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 10, 2008.

Where is Nicholas Quarshie located?

Nicholas Quarshie practices at 55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA 01655. The listed phone number is (508) 856-3155.

What is Nicholas Quarshie's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Nicholas Quarshie enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Quarshie 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 Nicholas Quarshie accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Nicholas Quarshie 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 Nicholas Quarshie affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Quarshie is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, Umass Memorial Health - Harrington Hospital, Umass Memorial Healthcare-Marlborough Hospital, Milford Regional Medical Center and Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Quarshie was last updated on November 5, 2020. 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.