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JULIA M BRAZA M.D.
NPI 1619046760
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Boston, MA

Active since November 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVENUE, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 667-4344 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Julia M Braza M.d. NPPES

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

JULIA M BRAZA M.D. (NPI 1619046760) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (230378) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619046760
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameJULIA M BRAZACredential: M.D.
Location AddressBETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVENUEBoston, MA 02215
Mailing Address15 N Beacon St, Apartment #411Allston, MA 02134-1936 · (617) 667-4344
Phone(617) 667-4344
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateNovember 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1619046760 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 230378
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, Boston, MA 02215
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Julia M Braza 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 ID3971647330
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100223000502
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 Julia Braza reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cambridge Public Health Commission
2.4 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 719 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487603585 (617) 665-1000
The General Hospital Corporation
2.5 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
55 FRUIT ST, BULFINCH 360
Boston, MA 02114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 6,234 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023049236 (617) 726-2000
Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc
2.5 mi
Dermatology
55 FRUIT ST, BUL 2
Boston, MA 02114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 6,360 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801874573 (617) 724-0287

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 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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
285 services133 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
37 services26 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
34 services24 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
32 services12 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
27 services21 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
24 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cambridge Health Alliance

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number220011
Location1493 Cambridge StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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.

ASHLYN WHITLOCK MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (061) 766-7700
ERIN R DEROSE M.D.
Internal Medicine
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVE, EAST #2, RM 215
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-9600
VITTORIO J RAHO M.D.
Emergency Medicine
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, ONE DEACONESS ROAD, WEST CC2
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 754-2339
DAVID M RIND M.D.
Internal Medicine
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVENUE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-2700
BENJAMIN R MASSEY MD
Hospitalist
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVE WEST SPAN 201
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 754-4677
DR. SANDY J FALK MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVE, SHAPIRO 8
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-4600
HOWARD S. GOLD MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 330 BROOKLINE AVENUE/ LMOB-GB
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7706
WILLIAM H MAISEL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, 185 PILGRIM RD.,BAKER 4
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7457

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 Julia Braza's NPI number?

The NPI number for Julia Braza is 1619046760. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 6, 2006.

Where is Julia Braza located?

Julia Braza practices at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 667-4344.

What is Julia Braza's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Julia Braza enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Julia Braza 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Julia Braza's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Julia Braza reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Cambridge Public Health Commission (Cambridge, MA), The General Hospital Corporation (Boston, MA) and Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, 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 Julia Braza's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Julia Braza accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Julia Braza 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 Julia Braza affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Julia Braza is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Julia Braza was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.