DR. FRANK R VLEUGELS MD
NPI 1922373018
Dermatology - Procedural Dermatology in Boston, MA

Active since March 21, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
221 LONGWOOD AVE, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 732-4918 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 28, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Frank R Vleugels Md NPPES

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

DR. FRANK R VLEUGELS MD (NPI 1922373018) is an individual procedural dermatology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (268672) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Indianapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922373018
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207NS0135X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRANK R VLEUGELSCredential: MD
Location Address221 LONGWOOD AVEBoston, MA 02115-5804
Mailing Address2 Union Park St Apt 2Boston, MA 02118-2784
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 21, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJune 28, 2019
✔ NPI 1922373018 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · Procedural DermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207NS0135X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 268672
Definition
Procedural Dermatology, a subspecialty of Dermatology, encompassing a wide variety of surgical procedures and methods to remove or modify skin tissue for health or cosmetic benefit. These methods include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (a special technique for the removal of growths, especially skin cancers).
221 LONGWOOD AVE, Boston, MA 02115

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12001 W 86th St, Department of Medical EducationIndianapolis, IN 46260-1902 · Phone (317) 338-2281

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Frank R Vleugels 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 ID1850520479
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190821003040
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Frank Vleugels reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 719 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
1 HOSPITAL RD
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1194866210 (Massachusetts)
  • 184 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
6 ROAD 7586
Bloomfield, NM 87413
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 572 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
276 services74 patients
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.
183 services177 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
93 services92 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
30 services29 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
23 services22 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Oak Bluffs, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number221300
LocationOne Hospital Road, First Fl, Wing 5, PO Box 1477Oak Bluffs, MA 02557 · Dukes County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 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
$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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
221 LONGWOOD AVE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
221 LONGWOOD AVE, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSP DEPT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLO
BOSTON, MA 02115
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
221 LONGWOOD AVE, 4TH FL/PSYCHIATRY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Specialist
221 LONGWOOD AVE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Dermatology
221 LONGWOOD AVE
BOSTON, MA 02115
General Acute Care Hospital
221 LONGWOOD AVE, BWH-ENDOCRINOLOGY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Dermatology
221 LONGWOOD AVE
BOSTON, MA 02115

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 Frank Vleugels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frank Vleugels is 1922373018. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 21, 2012.

Where is Frank Vleugels located?

Frank Vleugels practices at 221 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 732-4918.

What is Frank Vleugels's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in Procedural Dermatology, with taxonomy code 207NS0135X.

Is Frank Vleugels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frank Vleugels 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Frank Vleugels's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Frank Vleugels reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA), Cambridge Public Health Commission (Cambridge, MA), Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. (Oak Bluffs, MA) and Dhhs, Phs, Naihs, Shiprock Hospital (Bloomfield, NM). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Frank Vleugels's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Frank Vleugels accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Frank Vleugels 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 Frank Vleugels affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frank Vleugels is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frank Vleugels was last updated on June 28, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.