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DR. WILLIAM GERALD AUSTEN JR. M.D.
NPI 1649269531
Plastic Surgery in Boston, MA

Active since October 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
15 PARKMAN STREET, WACC 435, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 724-9922(617) 726-8089 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. William Gerald Austen Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM GERALD AUSTEN JR. M.D. (NPI 1649269531) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (153973) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649269531
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM GERALD AUSTEN JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address15 PARKMAN STREET, WACC 435Boston, MA 02114-3117
Mailing Address15 Parkman Street, Wacc 435Boston, MA 02114-3117 · (617) 724-9922 · Fax (617) 726-8089
Phone(617) 724-9922
Fax(617) 726-8089
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateOctober 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 2009
✔ NPI 1649269531 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 153973
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
15 PARKMAN STREET, Boston, MA 02114
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Other Identifiers 15

Other13-00204MA · United Health Care #
OtherJ19220MA · Blue Cross Blue Shield #
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedP00009056MA · Railroad Medicare
Other21697MA · Harvard Pilgrim #
Other7478597001MA · Cigna Provider Number
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedA28349MA · Medicare
Other11853NH · New Hampshire Vendor #
Other797462MA · Tufts Health Plan
Medicare UPING71225MA
Other0029054MA · Neighborhood Health Plan
Other3143599MA · Aetna Provider Number
Medicaid30204972NH
Medicaid3191125MA
OtherWA49549RI · Osw-rhode Island #
Other11853400NH · Healthsource New Hampshir

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. William Gerald Austen Jr. 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 ID7113110321
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101020000946
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
19 services16 patients
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.
15 services13 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve 64405
This procedure involves injecting a mix of anesthetic and/or steroid into nerves in the upper neck and back of the head. It helps relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It's a common treatment for headaches and neck pain.
12 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02114 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
$97.64 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $24.41 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

DR. RONALD JON KULICH PHD
Psychologist
15 PARKMAN STREET, WAC 3 ANESTHESIA PAIN MANAGEMENT
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3332
MATTHEW J BELLANICH NP
Nurse Practitioner
15 PARKMAN STREET, WAC 8 MGH NEUROLOGY ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-3914
DR. LAURA J HU MD
Internal Medicine
15 PARKMAN STREET, WAC605 INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES TEAM 2
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-8400
DR. JASON ANDREW FAWLEY M.D.
Surgery
15 PARKMAN STREET, CHURCHILL SURGICAL CLINIC
BOST, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 643-7557
JENNIFER BURBRIDGE PHD
Psychologist
15 PARKMAN STREET, WAC 8 MGH PSYCHIATRY SERVICES
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-6300
DR. DANIEL EDWIN SINGER MD
Internal Medicine
15 PARKMAN STREET, WAC 635 INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES TEAM 3
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-8157
MICHELLE L'HEUREUX M.D.
Internal Medicine
15 PARKMAN STREET, WANG AMBULATORY CARE CENTER FLOOR 6
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (800) 711-4644
DR. NANCY J KEUTHEN PHD
Psychologist
15 PARKMAN STREET, WANG AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 815
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-4074

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 William Austen's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Austen is 1649269531. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 14, 2005.

Where is William Austen located?

William Austen practices at 15 Parkman Street Wacc 435, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 724-9922.

What is William Austen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is William Austen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Austen 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 William Austen accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list William Austen 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 William Austen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Austen is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Austen was last updated on April 8, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.