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DR. KAREN ALICIA BOSTON M.D.
NPI 1699035048
Family Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since May 19, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1530 S OLIVE ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90015(213) 747-5542 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 23, 2021, Feb 4, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Karen Alicia Boston M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KAREN ALICIA BOSTON M.D. (NPI 1699035048) is an individual family medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A129782) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699035048
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN ALICIA BOSTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address1530 S OLIVE STLos Angeles, CA 90015-3023
Mailing Address1530 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90015-3023 · (213) 747-5542
Phone(213) 747-5542
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2021
✔ NPI 1699035048 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A129782
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1530 S OLIVE ST, Los Angeles, CA 90015
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.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. Karen Alicia Boston 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 ID2668796319
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211015002679
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 11

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
395 services153 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
343 services163 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
122 services122 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
114 services114 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
93 services93 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
78 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340155
Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90015 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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
12 suppliers29 claims53 services$5.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MS. ANA MARISELA MANCILLA
Specialist/Technologist (Speech-Language Assistant)
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037
ROBERT BRODHEAD
Rehabilitation Practitioner
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037
CATHERINE LEE JACOBS
Advanced Practice Midwife
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037
XOCHITL L JACKSON MD
Pediatrics
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 747-5542
TERRY A JORDAN
Social Worker (Clinical)
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037
DARA NUNN CPNP-AC, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 747-5542
SANDY SHIEN
Pediatrics
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037
ELIZABETH DIANE JENKINS
Advanced Practice Midwife
1530 S OLIVE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
Los Angeles County (213) 746-1037

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 Karen Boston's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Boston is 1699035048. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2012.

Where is Karen Boston located?

Karen Boston practices at 1530 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The listed phone number is (213) 747-5542.

What is Karen Boston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Karen Boston enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Boston 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 Karen Boston accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Karen Boston 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 Karen Boston affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Boston is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Boston was last updated on March 23, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.