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DR. KALPANA N. SHANKAR MD
NPI 1831225267
Emergency Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since February 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, BCD 1ST FLOOR, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 414-5481(617) 414-7759 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Kalpana N. Shankar Md NPPES

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

DR. KALPANA N. SHANKAR MD (NPI 1831225267) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (252103) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, and is a graduate of Rutgers School Of Dental Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831225267
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KALPANA N. SHANKARCredential: MD
Location AddressONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, BCD 1ST FLOORBoston, MA 02118
Mailing Address801 Albany St Fl GroundBoston, MA 02119-2560 · (617) 892-5274
Phone(617) 414-5481
Fax(617) 414-7759
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers School Of Dental MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 2022
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2022
✔ NPI 1831225267 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 252103
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, Boston, MA 02118
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Kalpana Narayan

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid110093314AMA

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

Dr. Kalpana N. Shankar 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 ID8820280647
PECOS Enrollment IDI20121018000793
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 10

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.
157 services153 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
100 services100 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.
56 services56 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
44 services44 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
26 services24 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.
24 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02118 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
$97.64 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $24.41 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

DR. ALEX STEPHANO AGUIRRE BONILLA M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8000
MICHELLE P DURHAM M.D., M.P.H.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-5245
ALISSA GENTHON
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, DOWLING 1 NORTH
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-7757
ROBERT JOSEPH MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-5245
DR. RICKY C KUE M.D., M.P.H.
Emergency Medicine
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, DOWLING 1 SOUTH
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-7759
ANNA P FANG MD
Emergency Medicine
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, BCD BUILDING ROOM 1004
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-4929
BRANDON MATTHEW CALDWELL
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8000
DR. CRISTOPHER WILLIAM AMANTI M.D.
Emergency Medicine
ONE BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER PLACE, DOWLING 1 SOUTH
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-7759

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 Kalpana Shankar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kalpana Shankar is 1831225267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2007. The provider is also known as Dr. Kalpana Narayan.

Where is Kalpana Shankar located?

Kalpana Shankar practices at One Boston Medical Center Place Bcd 1st Floor, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 414-5481.

What is Kalpana Shankar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Kalpana Shankar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kalpana Shankar 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 Kalpana Shankar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kalpana Shankar is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kalpana Shankar was last updated on February 2, 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.