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DR. LINDSAY ALEXANDRA DOW MD
NPI 1740561976
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since September 01, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Lindsay Alexandra Dow Md NPPES

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

DR. LINDSAY ALEXANDRA DOW MD (NPI 1740561976) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (1015727) and active in the NPI registry since September 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740561976
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. LINDSAY ALEXANDRA DOWCredential: MD
Location Address55 FRUIT STBoston, MA 02114-2696
Mailing Address55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2696 · (617) 724-4000
Phone(617) 724-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Commonwealth University, School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2023
✔ NPI 1740561976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 1015727
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114
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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. Lindsay Alexandra Dow 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 ID1850516451
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230913002710
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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
120 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
21 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
20 services13 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
20 services19 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
13 services11 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

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.

STUTI GIRISH SHROFF MD, MBBS
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2971
NANCY WANG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (017) 724-4000
DR. DUSAN HANIDZIAR M.D., PH.D.
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, GRAY-BIGELOW 444
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3030
JOHN JOSEPH DANKO DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2000
DR. MICHAEL ANDREW LOBRITZ M.D, PH.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
55 FRUIT ST, DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, GRJ-504
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-9248
MS. KELLY ELISHA TRECARTIN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
55 FRUIT ST, BIGALOW 852 F
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-7400
JAMIE MARIE ALLEN NP
Nurse Practitioner
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-4410
DR. DHAVAL SANJEEV KOLTE M.B.B.S., PH.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 643-3238

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 Lindsay Dow's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lindsay Dow is 1740561976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2011.

Where is Lindsay Dow located?

Lindsay Dow practices at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 724-4000.

What is Lindsay Dow's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Lindsay Dow enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lindsay Dow 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 Lindsay Dow accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Lindsay Dow 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 Lindsay Dow affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lindsay Dow is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lindsay Dow was last updated on July 17, 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.