DR. ROBERT EDWARD TARPY M.D.
NPI 1770640781
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Boston, MA

Q: What is Robert Tarpy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Tarpy is 1770640781. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 2, 2007.

Q: What is Robert Tarpy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Tarpy was last updated on December 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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 January 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1153 CENTRE ST, SUITE 4990, BOSTON, MA 02130(617) 983-7000(617) 522-4156 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Robert Edward Tarpy M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT EDWARD TARPY M.D. (NPI 1770640781) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (72824) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Massachusetts Medical School (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770640781

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT EDWARD TARPYCredential: M.D.

Location Address1153 CENTRE ST, SUITE 4990Boston, MA 02130-3446

Mailing Address1153 Centre St, Suite 4990Boston, MA 02130-3446 · (617) 983-7000 · Fax (617) 522-4156

Phone(617) 983-7000

Fax(617) 522-4156

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Massachusetts Medical SchoolGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateJanuary 2, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 8, 2016

✔ NPI 1770640781 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 72824

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 72824 (MA)

1153 CENTRE ST, Boston, MA 02130

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedJ31186

Medicare UPING01968MA

Medicaid3137333MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.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

Dr. Robert Edward Tarpy 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 ID7810052800

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090206000327

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Robert Tarpy reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc

2.6 mi

Internal Medicine

75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500

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 16

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.

453 services313 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

205 services76 patients

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.

127 services113 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

80 services70 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

55 services55 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.

48 services48 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.

44 services41 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

41 services41 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.

40 services25 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

36 services36 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

35 services35 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.

29 services21 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

20 services19 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.

16 services16 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.

15 services15 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220110

Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220119

Location1153 Centre StreetBoston, MA 02130 · Suffolk County

Emergency services

Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Oak Bluffs, MA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number221300

LocationOne Hospital Road, First Fl, Wing 5, PO Box 1477Oak Bluffs, MA 02557 · Dukes County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02130 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 20

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers29 claims29 services$35.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers16 claims31 services$1.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers23 claims23 services$80.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers22 claims59 services$28.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers18 claims97 services$18.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers23 claims23 services$50.81 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers29 claims29 services$16.79 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers15 claims15 services$10.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers39 claims225 services$1.87 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers19 claims19 services$10.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers39 claims40 services$13.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$921.79 avg. paid by Medicare

High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each E0483

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$827.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers42 claims42 services$2.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers58 claims59 services$27.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

8 suppliers325 claims326 services$65.98 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers164 claims164 services$31.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

13 suppliers49 claims11,146 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers87 claims87 services$31.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

13 suppliers52 claims52 services$25.84 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.

MRS. MARY RAY MAZAKA LICSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

1153 CENTRE ST, 2ND FLOOR
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7233

MRS. ELAINE ANN CHARBONNIER NP

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

1153 CENTRE ST, FAULKNER HOSPITAL , DEPT OF PREADMISSION TESTING
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 933-4600

HYEJUNG KIM RPH

Pharmacist

1153 CENTRE ST
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (851) 404-5397

FAINA NAKHLIS MD

Surgery (Surgical Oncology)

1153 CENTRE ST, FAULKNER BREAST CENTRE
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7777

CATHERINE COQUINCO LLAMAS PA

Physician Assistant

1153 CENTRE ST
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7132

DOLORES MARIE SULA PA-C

Physician Assistant

1153 CENTRE ST
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7000

DR. STACI R EISENBERG MD

Internal Medicine

1153 CENTRE ST
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7025

BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S FAULKNER HOSPITAL INC

Psychiatric Unit

1153 CENTRE ST
BOSTON, MA 02130

Suffolk County (617) 983-7470

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 Robert Tarpy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Tarpy is 1770640781. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 2, 2007.

Where is Robert Tarpy located?

Robert Tarpy practices at 1153 Centre St Suite 4990, Boston, MA 02130. The listed phone number is (617) 983-7000.

What is Robert Tarpy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Robert Tarpy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Tarpy 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 organization bills Medicare for Robert Tarpy's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Tarpy reassigns Medicare benefits to Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA). The 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 Robert Tarpy's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert Tarpy accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Robert Tarpy 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 Robert Tarpy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Tarpy is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's and Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Tarpy was last updated on December 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.