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MICHAEL STEPHEN PUNIELLO D.P.T., M.S., O.C.S.
NPI 1649370842
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic in Hingham, MA

Active since September 25, 2006Accepts Medicare Assignment
100 STATION ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043(781) 749-5833(781) 740-9141 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 4, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Michael Stephen Puniello D.p.t., M.s., O.c.s. NPPES

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

MICHAEL STEPHEN PUNIELLO D.P.T., M.S., O.C.S. (NPI 1649370842) is an individual orthopedic provider in Hingham, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (3936) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is a graduate of Other (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649370842
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2251X0800X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL STEPHEN PUNIELLOCredential: D.P.T., M.S., O.C.S.
Location Address100 STATION STHingham, MA 02043-2243
Mailing Address100 Station StHingham, MA 02043-2243 · (781) 749-5833 · Fax (781) 740-9141
Phone(781) 749-5833
Fax(781) 740-9141
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 4, 2007
✔ NPI 1649370842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Therapist · OrthopedicRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Taxonomy Code2251X0800X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 3936
Definition
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.
100 STATION ST, Hingham, MA 02043
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Other Identifiers 6

Other708703MA · Tufts Health Plan
Other600797MA · Harvard Pilgrim
Other0003737MA · Neighborhood Health Plan
OtherY65170MA · Medicare Id
Other6400201MA · United Health Care
OtherY65170MA · Blue Cross

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Stephen Puniello D.p.t., M.s., O.c.s. 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 ID4688690944
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070920000591

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Puniello reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Peak Physical Therapy Inc
6.1 mi
Physical Therapy
99 LONGWATER CIR, SUITE 201
Norwell, MA 02061
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1184898769 (617) 504-3358
Silver Fern Practice, LLC
40 mi
Physical Therapist
4 RICHMOND SQ
Providence, RI 02906
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 235 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851472914 (401) 433-4172

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 5

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.

Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140
This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
1,670 services122 patients
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 97110
This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
1,239 services143 patients
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 97112
This therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.
197 services18 patients
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes 97162
An evaluation for physical therapy is a 30-minute session where a physical therapist assesses your current physical condition. They'll examine your strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility to identify areas needing improvement. This helps tailor a therapy plan to your specific needs.
101 services87 patients
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 97161
An evaluation for physical therapy is a short, 20-minute assessment where your physical condition, mobility, and pain levels are examined. This helps in designing a personalized therapy plan to enhance your physical function and well-being.
15 services14 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MICHAEL S PUNIELLO
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
100 STATION ST
HINGHAM, MA 02043
Plymouth County (781) 749-5833

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 Michael Puniello's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Puniello is 1649370842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Where is Michael Puniello located?

Michael Puniello practices at 100 Station St, Hingham, MA 02043. The listed phone number is (781) 749-5833.

What is Michael Puniello's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Orthopedic, with taxonomy code 2251X0800X.

Is Michael Puniello enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Puniello 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 Michael Puniello's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Puniello reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Peak Physical Therapy Inc (Norwell, MA) and Silver Fern Practice, LLC (Providence, RI). 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 Michael Puniello's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Puniello accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Michael Puniello 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 Michael Puniello was last updated on September 4, 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.