DR. KAREN W. KWOK M.D.
NPI 1922034396
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Boston, MA

Active since June 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 414-5245(617) 414-5245 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 15, 2023, May 9, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Karen W. Kwok M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KAREN W. KWOK M.D. (NPI 1922034396) is an individual psychiatry provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (227507) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Massachusetts Medical School (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922034396
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN W. KWOKCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PLBoston, MA 02118-2908
Mailing Address690 Massachusetts Ave, Fl 2Boston, MA 02118-1236
Fax(617) 414-5245
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Massachusetts Medical SchoolGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJune 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 15, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 15, 2023
NPI 1922034396 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in MA · 227507
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL, Boston, MA 02118

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Karen Wei-chung Kwok

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid110133256AMA

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

Dr. Karen W. Kwok 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 ID3678577145
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060914000465
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 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.
72 services21 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.
20 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Boston Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220031
Location1 Boston Medical Center PlaceBoston, MA 02118 · 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
$189.86 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Physician Assistant
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychologist (Clinical)
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Emergency Medicine
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL, DOWLING 1 SOUTH
BOSTON, MA 02118
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
BOSTON, MA 02118
Nurse Practitioner
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL, DOWLING 1 SOUTH
BOSTON, MA 02118

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 Karen Kwok's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Kwok is 1922034396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2006. The provider is also known as Karen Wei-Chung Kwok.

Where is Karen Kwok located?

Karen Kwok practices at 1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 414-5245.

What is Karen Kwok's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Karen Kwok enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Kwok 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 Karen Kwok accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care list Karen Kwok 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 Karen Kwok affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Kwok is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Kwok was last updated on December 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.