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DR. BRUCE G WATROUS M.D.
NPI 1609859958
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Wakefield, MA

Active since November 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
607 NORTH AVENUE, DOOR 17, WAKEFIELD, MA 01880(781) 942-0606(781) 942-4674 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 20, 2023, Mar 15, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Bruce G Watrous M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRUCE G WATROUS M.D. (NPI 1609859958) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Wakefield, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (72517) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, and maintains a secondary practice location in Leominster.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609859958
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRUCE G WATROUSCredential: M.D.
Location Address607 NORTH AVENUE, DOOR 17Wakefield, MA 01880
Mailing Address607 North Avenue, Door 17Wakefield, MA 01880 · (781) 942-0606 · Fax (781) 942-4674
Phone(781) 942-0606
Fax(781) 942-4674
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 20, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 20, 2023
✔ NPI 1609859958 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 72517
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 72517 (MA)
607 NORTH AVENUE, DOOR 17, Wakefield, MA 01880
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 160 Hospital RdLeominster, MA 01453-2205 · Phone (508) 334-3452

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bruce G Watrous 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 ID4789692179
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060327000540
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 9

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.

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
473 services463 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
455 services378 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
300 services274 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
94 services92 patients
Heart muscle strain imaging 93356
Heart muscle strain imaging is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It helps doctors evaluate how well your heart muscle is working and detect any damage or disease. This can aid in diagnosing heart conditions and guiding treatment plans.
78 services76 patients
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308
A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.
34 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Melrosewakefield Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Melrose, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220070
Location585 Lebanon StreetMelrose, MA 02176 · Middlesex 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

St Vincent Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220176
Location123 Summer StreetWorcester, MA 01608 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01880 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers24 claims72 services$6.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims62 services$1.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers24 claims24 services$12.38 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 suppliers25 claims25 services$57.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Bruce Watrous's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Watrous is 1609859958. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2005.

Where is Bruce Watrous located?

Bruce Watrous practices at 607 North Avenue, Door 17, Wakefield, MA 01880. The listed phone number is (781) 942-0606.

What is Bruce Watrous's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Bruce Watrous enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Watrous 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 Bruce Watrous accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Bruce Watrous 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 Bruce Watrous affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bruce Watrous is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, Melrosewakefield Healthcare, Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus and St Vincent Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bruce Watrous was last updated on June 20, 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.