VANDANA NAGPAL MD
NPI 1841226164
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Worcester, MA

Active since June 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.02/100
CMS Quality Rating
119 BELMONT ST, WORCESTER, MA 01605(508) 334-8630(508) 334-8271 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 18, 2020, Oct 27, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Vandana Nagpal Md NPPES

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

VANDANA NAGPAL MD (NPI 1841226164) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Worcester, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (257066) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center/university Campus, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841226164
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameVANDANA NAGPALCredential: MD
Location Address119 BELMONT STWorcester, MA 01605-2903
Mailing AddressPo Box 415348Boston, MA 02241-5348 · (800) 225-8885 · Fax (508) 334-1977
Fax(508) 334-8271
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 18, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 18, 2020
NPI 1841226164 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License Licensed in MA · 257066
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD441433 (PA), 9646 (ND), 257066 (MA)
119 BELMONT ST, Worcester, MA 01605

Other Identifiers 11

Medicaid150108900ND
Other36731ND · Lhs #
OtherDA9011042450ND · Pref 1 #
Other2205949ND · Araz #
Other0407068ND · Inn Medica #
Other24930ND · Ndbs #
Other0407067ND · Fgo Medica #
Medicaid13235ND
Other137090ND · Ucare #
Other892S0NAND · Mnbs #
OtherHP47428ND · Healthpartners #

Accepted Insurance

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

Vandana Nagpal 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 ID6103887831
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140121000705
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 4

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.

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.
74 services33 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.
63 services43 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.
60 services59 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
50 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220163
Location55 Lake Avenue NorthWorcester, MA 01655 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

97.02/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Family Medicine
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Nurse Practitioner
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Social Worker
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Orthopaedic Surgery
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605
Physician Assistant
119 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 01605

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 Vandana Nagpal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vandana Nagpal is 1841226164. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2006.

Where is Vandana Nagpal located?

Vandana Nagpal practices at 119 Belmont St, Worcester, MA 01605. The listed phone number is (508) 334-8630.

What is Vandana Nagpal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Vandana Nagpal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vandana Nagpal 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 Vandana Nagpal accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Vandana Nagpal 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 Vandana Nagpal affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vandana Nagpal is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vandana Nagpal was last updated on December 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.