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DAVID M. CENTER MD
NPI 1932164944
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Boston, MA

Active since April 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO, SUITE B, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 638-7480(617) 638-7486 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About David M. Center Md NPPES

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

DAVID M. CENTER MD (NPI 1932164944) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (36411) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932164944
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDAVID M. CENTERCredential: MD
Location Address725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO, SUITE BBoston, MA 02118-2526
Mailing Address720 Harrison Ave, Dob 503Boston, MA 02118
Phone(617) 638-7480
Fax(617) 638-7486
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 1972
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 2014
✔ NPI 1932164944 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 36411
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedAllergy & ImmunologyTaxonomy 207K00000X · License 36411 (MA)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 36411 (MA)
725 ALBANY STREET, Boston, MA 02118
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid110037751AMA
Medicare UPINA67013MA
Medicare PINRX3131MA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedM09774MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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

David M. Center 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 ID7911942008
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050620000792
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 5

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.

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
28 services28 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
28 services28 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060
This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.
19 services19 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
13 services13 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.
12 services11 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
$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.

MR. TIMOTHY MICHAEL BRITT PA-C
Physician Assistant
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 4, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-5633
DR. DAVID M. GREER MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8456
HORMUZDIYAR HENRY DASENBROCK MD
Neurological Surgery
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE C
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8992
JUAN-PABLO LOPEZ-ZERTUCHE ORTIZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 6B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7460
DR. DEBJANI SAHNI M.D.
Dermatology
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 8
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7420
POOJA R. RAVAL M.D.
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 5 & 6
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-5951
ARTHUR ROLAND CELESTIN M.D.
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 8A, SHAPIRO BUILDING
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-8419
SEAN DOHERTY PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
725 ALBANY STREET, SHAPIRO 3, SUITE A
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 414-4861

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 David Center's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Center is 1932164944. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2006.

Where is David Center located?

David Center practices at 725 Albany Street Shapiro, Suite B, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 638-7480.

What is David Center's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is David Center enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Center 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 David Center accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list David Center 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 David Center affiliated with any hospitals?

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

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Center was last updated on May 23, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.