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MELISSA KRYSTEL-WHITTEMORE MD
NPI 1801248190
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Boston, MA

Active since July 11, 2016PECOS Enrolled
84.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
55 FRUIT ST, WARREN BUILDING 225, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 643-0800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 6, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Melissa Krystel-whittemore Md NPPES

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

MELISSA KRYSTEL-WHITTEMORE MD (NPI 1801248190) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (266870) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801248190
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA KRYSTEL-WHITTEMORECredential: MD
Location Address55 FRUIT ST, WARREN BUILDING 225Boston, MA 02114-2621
Mailing Address4 Emerson Pl, Apt 506Boston, MA 02114-2275
Phone(617) 643-0800
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 6, 2016
✔ NPI 1801248190 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 266870
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114
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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 (PECOS)

Melissa Krystel-whittemore Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual 88360
Microscopic genetic analysis of a tumor involves examining your tumor's genes under a microscope. This helps identify specific genetic changes in the tumor cells. This information can aid in diagnosing, predicting disease progression, and determining the most effective treatment options.
106 services29 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
102 services69 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
51 services18 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
43 services23 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
35 services29 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
15 services12 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
$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.

84.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.91

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.

ANDREW T CHAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3212
KALOYAN S TANEV MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
55 FRUIT ST, WARREN 1220
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-7511
DR. DEBRA F WEINSTEIN MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-6007
DR. NANCY J GAGLIANO MD
Internal Medicine
55 FRUIT ST, 4710B
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-6700
DR. DAVID F TORCHIANA MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
55 FRUIT ST, BUL 119
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-9644
DAVID MICHAEL SHAHIAN MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
55 FRUIT ST, MGH, BULFINCH 2
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 643-4335
DR. THEODORE JOSEPH ONGARO MD
Urology
55 FRUIT ST, GRB 1102
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3012
DR. WEI CHAO MD PHD
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, CLN 3
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-3267

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 Melissa Krystel-whittemore's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Krystel-whittemore is 1801248190. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2016.

Where is Melissa Krystel-whittemore located?

Melissa Krystel-whittemore practices at 55 Fruit St Warren Building 225, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 643-0800.

What is Melissa Krystel-whittemore's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Melissa Krystel-whittemore enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Krystel-whittemore is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Krystel-whittemore was last updated on October 6, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.