KARA MARGARET JOSEPH
NPI 1821484106
Anesthesiology in Burlington, MA

Active since April 13, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41 MALL RD, BURLINGTON, MA 01805(781) 744-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2022, Aug 26, 2021, Oct 22, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Kara Margaret Joseph NPPES

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

KARA MARGARET JOSEPH (NPI 1821484106) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Burlington, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (283725) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cape Cod Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821484106
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameKARA MARGARET JOSEPH
Location Address41 MALL RDBurlington, MA 01805-2908
Mailing Address251 E Huron St Ste 5-704Chicago, IL 60611-2908 · (312) 926-2280 · Fax (312) 926-2762
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2022
NPI 1821484106 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in MA · 283725
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207LC0200X · License 036149455 (IL)
41 MALL RD, Burlington, MA 01805

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 175 Francis StBoston, MA 02115-6110 · Phone (617) 732-5500
Location 2251 E Huron St Ste 5-704Chicago, IL 60611-2908 · Phone (312) 926-2280 · Fax (312) 926-2762

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kara Margaret Joseph 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 ID1355654047
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201119002546
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 7

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.

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.
117 services35 patients
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.
58 services37 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560
Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
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 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Cape Cod Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hyannis, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220012
Location27 Park StreetHyannis, MA 02601 · Barnstable County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Anna Jaques Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newburyport, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220029
Location25 Highland AvenueNewburyport, MA 01950 · Essex 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

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.

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Hospitalist
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Registered Nurse
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Nurse Practitioner
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Pharmacist
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Physician Assistant
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805
Nurse Practitioner
41 MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01805

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 Kara Joseph's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Joseph is 1821484106. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2015.

Where is Kara Joseph located?

Kara Joseph practices at 41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01805. The listed phone number is (781) 744-8000.

What is Kara Joseph's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Kara Joseph enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Joseph 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 Kara Joseph affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Joseph is affiliated with Cape Cod Hospital, Anna Jaques Hospital and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Joseph was last updated on July 27, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.