GARY L HOROWITZ M.D.
NPI 1558308213
Pathology - Chemical Pathology in Boston, MA
NPI Status: Active since June 01, 2006
Contact Information
BETH ISRAEL HOSPITAL
DEPT OF PATHOLOGY
BOSTON, MA
ZIP 02215
Phone: (617) 667-3648
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 51
- Pathology
- Chemical Pathology
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About GARY HOROWITZ
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Gary Horowitz, a provider established in Boston, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Pathology, focusing in chemical pathology and more than 51 years of experience. He graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1976. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1558308213 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207ZP0104X with license number 44883 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.
- NPI
- 1558308213
- Provider Name
- GARY L HOROWITZ M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- BETH ISRAEL HOSPITAL DEPT OF PATHOLOGY BOSTON, MA 02215
- Location Phone
- (617) 667-3648
- Mailing Address
- BROOKLINE AVENUE BI DEACONESS MED. CTR - PATH BOSTON, MA 02215
- Mailing Phone
- (617) 667-3648
- Medical School Name
- HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
- Graduation Year
- 1976
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 06-01-2006
- Last Update Date
- 07-08-2007
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Pathology Chemical Pathology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207ZP0104X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 44883
- License State
- MA
- Taxonomy Description
- A chemical pathologist has expertise in the biochemistry of the human body as it applies to the understanding of the cause and progress of disease. This physician functions as a clinical consultant in the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. Chemical pathology entails the application of biochemical data to the detection, confirmation or monitoring of disease.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Gary Horowitz is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Gary Horowitz is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 840247375
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050406000555
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Immunologic analysis technique on body fluid, other fluids with concentration
Immunologic analysis technique on serum (immunofixation)
Protein measurement, body fluid
Protein measurement, serum
Immunologic analysis is a diagnostic method that assesses your body fluids to detect health issues. It involves concentrating these fluids to enhance detection of specific proteins or cells. It helps identify immune system responses, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
This service was performed 85 times for 73 patientsImmunofixation is a lab test that helps identify proteins called immunoglobulins in your blood serum. These proteins are part of your immune system. Changes in their levels can indicate certain diseases. The test is simple and only requires a blood sample.
This service was performed 174 times for 148 patientsA protein measurement of body fluid is a test that gauges the amount of proteins in your fluids. This analysis helps in detecting various health conditions. It's done via a simple sample collection process, usually from blood or urine, in a safe and painless manner.
This service was performed 118 times for 105 patientsA serum protein measurement is a blood test that determines the levels of proteins in your blood. It is used to evaluate your overall health, and diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or immune disorders.
This service was performed 224 times for 196 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $36.02 for a new patient copayment and $27.79 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 02215 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $144.11
- Minimum New Patient Price $63.72
- Maximum New Patient Price $189.86
- Average New Patient Copayment $36.02
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.93
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $47.46
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $111.18
- Minimum Established Patient Price $21.07
- Maximum Established Patient Price $155.29
- Average Established Patient Copayment $27.79
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.26
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.82
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Gary Horowitz is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOWELL GENERAL HOSPITAL | 295 VARNUM AVENUE LOWELL, MA 01854 | (978) 937-6000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MELROSEWAKEFIELD HEALTHCARE | 585 LEBANON STREET MELROSE, MA 02176 | (781) 979-3000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| TUFTS MEDICAL CENTER | 800 WASHINGTON STREET BOSTON, MA 02111 | (617) 636-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| METROWEST MEDICAL CENTER | 115 LINCOLN STREET FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701 | (508) 383-1000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1558308213, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1558308213, enumerated as an "individual" on June 01, 2006.
The provider is located at BETH ISRAEL HOSPITAL DEPT OF PATHOLOGY BOSTON, MA 02215 and the phone number is (617) 667-3648.
Pathology with taxonomy code 207ZP0104X and a focus in Chemical Pathology.
Gary Horowitz is affiliated with: LOWELL GENERAL HOSPITAL, MELROSEWAKEFIELD HEALTHCARE, TUFTS MEDICAL CENTER and METROWEST MEDICAL CENTER.