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DR. JAMES AARON TULSKY M.D.
NPI 1851487649
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since October 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
450 BROOKLINE AVE, DANA 2016A, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 582-9201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James Aaron Tulsky M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES AARON TULSKY M.D. (NPI 1851487649) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (265090) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851487649
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES AARON TULSKYCredential: M.D.
Location Address450 BROOKLINE AVE, DANA 2016ABoston, MA 02215-5450
Mailing Address450 Brookline Ave, Dana 2016aBoston, MA 02215-5450 · (617) 582-9201
Phone(617) 582-9201
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2016
✔ NPI 1851487649 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
Licenses✔ Licensed in MA · 265090✔ Licensed in NC · 9300837
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 9300837 (NC)
450 BROOKLINE AVE, Boston, MA 02215
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINE76799NC

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

Dr. James Aaron Tulsky M.d. 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 ID5294870770
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160512000213
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 2

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 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.
27 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
12 services12 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

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.

PRABHSIMRANJOT SINGH MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 582-7956
SHAWN MAGUIRE PA-C
Physician Assistant
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 582-8487
KARINA FRANCA
Genetic Counselor, MS
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (857) 215-2285
DR. SUZANNE JAQUETH FORREST M.D.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Hematology-Oncology)
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-3270
LAUREN KIRITSY MSW, LCSW
Counselor (Mental Health)
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (857) 215-3448
OFIR WOLAJ MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
450 BROOKLINE AVE, DANA 2058
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-6139
JASON BATALHA AGPCNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-6140
FATIMA EMRAN AMIR MS, LGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
450 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-3729

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 James Tulsky's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Tulsky is 1851487649. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2006.

Where is James Tulsky located?

James Tulsky practices at 450 Brookline Ave Dana 2016A, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 582-9201.

What is James Tulsky's specialty?

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

Is James Tulsky enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Tulsky 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 James Tulsky affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Tulsky is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Tulsky was last updated on April 5, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.