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ALEXANDER TURCHIN MD
NPI 1790735207
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Boston, MA

Active since May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, RFB 2, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 732-5661 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Alexander Turchin Md NPPES

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

ALEXANDER TURCHIN MD (NPI 1790735207) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (209682) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790735207
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameALEXANDER TURCHINCredential: MD
Location Address221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, RFB 2Boston, MA 02115
Mailing Address221 Longwood Avenue, Rfb 2Boston, MA 02115 · (617) 732-5661
Phone(617) 732-5661
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 2012
✔ NPI 1790735207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 209682
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, Boston, MA 02115
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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

Alexander Turchin 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 ID3779559455
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040903000316
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 6

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.
121 services78 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
96 services69 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
30 services22 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.
26 services21 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
18 services18 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 50 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0426
A Telehealth consultation is a virtual medical appointment. In an emergency department or initial inpatient scenario, a healthcare professional interacts with you through a secured video call for about 50 minutes. It allows you to receive care without physically being in the hospital.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

North Shore Medical Center -

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220035
Location81 Highland AvenueSalem, MA 01970 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220101
Location2014 Washington StreetNewton, MA 02462 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
92%49 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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
14 suppliers48 claims134 services$5.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers19 claims19 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers33 claims33 services$179.25 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 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

RONALD ALFRED ARKY MD
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM & WOMENS HOSPITAL DIABETES & METABOLISM
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-5666
R WESLEY FARRIS MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY GROUP
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 525-5220
SUSAN BOTSFORD WORKUM MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSPITAL PSYCHIATRY DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-6753
JAY W BAER MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-6753
JOANNA BURES MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM & WOMEN'S HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-7030
MELISSA FRUMIN MD MS
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY GROUP
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8060
DILER ACAR MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8060
MARY-ELLEN MEADOWS PHD
Psychologist
221 LONGWOOD AVENUE, BRIGHAM BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY GROUP
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8060

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 Alexander Turchin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Turchin is 1790735207. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Where is Alexander Turchin located?

Alexander Turchin practices at 221 Longwood Avenue Rfb 2, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 732-5661.

What is Alexander Turchin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Alexander Turchin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Turchin 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 Alexander Turchin accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Alexander Turchin 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 Alexander Turchin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Turchin is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital and Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Turchin was last updated on April 25, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.