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JOSHUA WAITZMAN M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1740679414
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Boston, MA

Active since January 17, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
171 PILGRIM RD # LIBBY2, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 632-9896 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 17, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 17, 2022, May 8, 2020, Nov 14, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Joshua Waitzman M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

JOSHUA WAITZMAN M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1740679414) is an individual nephrology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (297197) and active in the NPI registry since January 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740679414
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA WAITZMANCredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address171 PILGRIM RD # LIBBY2Boston, MA 02215-5332
Mailing Address171 Pilgrim Rd # Libby2Boston, MA 02215-5332
Phone(617) 632-9896
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJanuary 17, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 17, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 13, 2021
✔ NPI 1740679414 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 297197
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125 066440 (IL), 279197 (MA)
171 PILGRIM RD # LIBBY2, Boston, MA 02215
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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

Joshua Waitzman M.d., Ph.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 ID3971807082
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210616001763
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
93 services61 patients
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.
33 services30 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
32 services22 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
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.
21 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220171
Location41 & 45 Mall RoadBurlington, MA 01803 · Middlesex County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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 Joshua Waitzman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Waitzman is 1740679414. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 17, 2015.

Where is Joshua Waitzman located?

Joshua Waitzman practices at 171 Pilgrim Rd # Libby2, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 632-9896.

What is Joshua Waitzman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Joshua Waitzman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Waitzman 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.

Is Joshua Waitzman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joshua Waitzman is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Waitzman was last updated on November 17, 2022. 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.