NICOLE R LIFSON MD
NPI 1730743477
Ophthalmology in Boston, MA

Q: What is Nicole Lifson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Lifson is 1730743477. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 29, 2019.

Q: What is Nicole Lifson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Lifson was last updated on July 5, 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.

Active since April 29, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 573-3288 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 5, 2023, May 6, 2019, Apr 29, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Nicole R Lifson Md NPPES

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

NICOLE R LIFSON MD (NPI 1730743477) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (1014020) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of State University Of Ny Upstate Medical University (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730743477

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameNICOLE R LIFSONCredential: MD

Location Address243 CHARLES STBoston, MA 02114-3096

Mailing Address243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114-3096 · (617) 573-3288

Phone(617) 573-3288

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSState University Of Ny Upstate Medical UniversityGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateApril 29, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 5, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 5, 2023

✔ NPI 1730743477 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 1014020

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

243 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA 02114

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Nicole R Lifson Md 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 ID1850626961

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240802000807

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.

Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777

Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.

1,742 services17 patients

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

146 services111 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

98 services90 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

71 services58 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

65 services41 patients

Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178

Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.

64 services19 patients

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

$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.

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.

CARLA PETERSEN AU.D., CCC-A

Audiologist

243 CHARLES ST, AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3266

DR. SULEMAN IMRAN KHAN MD

Ophthalmology

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-4443

DR. RYAN CARLSON MD PHD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 523-7900

MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY

Eyewear Supplier

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3182

DANIEL ROBERT LEFEBVRE M.D.

Ophthalmology

243 CHARLES ST, 10TH FLOOR -- OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC SURGERY
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 523-7900

ELLIOTT D. KOZIN MD

Otolaryngology

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-6545

DR. LUCIA K SOMBERG MD, MPH

Emergency Medicine

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3431

MS. JANET ENGLISH HUETTIG LICSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3548

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 Nicole Lifson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Lifson is 1730743477. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 29, 2019.

Where is Nicole Lifson located?

Nicole Lifson practices at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 573-3288.

What is Nicole Lifson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Nicole Lifson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Lifson 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 Nicole Lifson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Nicole Lifson 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 Nicole Lifson was last updated on July 5, 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.