MARGARET HUNTER SIGHTS KALA
NPI 1891149464
Internal Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since April 20, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
55 FRUIT ST, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 724-3874(617) 724-9428 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 25, 2023, Oct 7, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Margaret Hunter Sights Kala NPPES

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

MARGARET HUNTER SIGHTS KALA (NPI 1891149464) is an individual internal medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (1014786) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891149464
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMARGARET HUNTER SIGHTS KALA
Location Address55 FRUIT STBoston, MA 02114-2696
Mailing Address55 Fruit Street, Blake 1500Boston, MA 02114 · (617) 724-3874 · Fax (617) 724-9428
Fax(617) 724-9428
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 25, 2023
NPI 1891149464 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MA · 1014786
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License 313015 (LA)
55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114

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

Margaret Hunter Sights Kala 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 ID4183918634
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231018001173
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 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.
106 services42 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.
94 services40 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.
19 services19 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, GRAY-BIGELOW 444
BOSTON, MA 02114
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
55 FRUIT ST, DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, GRJ-504
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
55 FRUIT ST, BIGALOW 852 F
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

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 Margaret Kala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Margaret Kala is 1891149464. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2016.

Where is Margaret Kala located?

Margaret Kala practices at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 724-3874.

What is Margaret Kala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Margaret Kala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Margaret Kala 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 Margaret Kala accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Margaret Kala 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 Margaret Kala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Margaret Kala is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Margaret Kala was last updated on July 25, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.