LAURENCE D COHEN M.D.
NPI 1538194501
Orthopaedic Surgery in Pittsfield, MA

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS Enrolled
24 PARK STREET, BERKSHIRE ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOC., INC., PITTSFIELD, MA 01201(413) 499-6600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Laurence D Cohen M.d. NPPES

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

LAURENCE D COHEN M.D. (NPI 1538194501) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (37974) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538194501
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameLAURENCE D COHENCredential: M.D.
Location Address24 PARK STREET, BERKSHIRE ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOC., INC.Pittsfield, MA 01201
Mailing Address24 Park Street, Berkshire Orthopaedic Assoc., Inc.Pittsfield, MA 01201 · (413) 499-6600
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 2011
✔ NPI 1538194501 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 37974
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
24 PARK STREET, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Laurence D Cohen M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Laurence Cohen reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
725 NORTH ST
Pittsfield, MA 01201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 394 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
71 HOSPITAL AVE
North Adams, MA 01247
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1437839669 (Massachusetts)
  • 153 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
29 LEWIS AVE
Great Barrington, MA 01230
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1942474176 (Massachusetts)
  • 73 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 3

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
404 services59 patients
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 97597
This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
44 services18 patients
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.
31 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01201 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Tape, non-waterproof, per 18 square inches A4450
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier16 claims1,304 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers20 claims1,640 services$0.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6251
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier13 claims324 services$1.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6402
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
4 suppliers38 claims2,714 services$0.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers29 claims3,321 services$0.38 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 18

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

Physical Therapist
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Trauma)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Occupational Therapist (Hand)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Occupational Therapist (Hand)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Orthopaedic Surgery
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Trauma)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
24 PARK STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

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 Laurence Cohen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurence Cohen is 1538194501. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Laurence Cohen located?

Laurence Cohen practices at 24 Park Street Berkshire Orthopaedic Assoc., Inc., Pittsfield, MA 01201. The listed phone number is (413) 499-6600.

What is Laurence Cohen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Laurence Cohen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laurence Cohen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Laurence Cohen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laurence Cohen reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Berkshire Medical Center, Inc (Pittsfield, MA), North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation (North Adams, MA) and Fairview Hospital (Great Barrington, MA). Each 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 Laurence Cohen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laurence Cohen accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Laurence Cohen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laurence Cohen was last updated on November 18, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.