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DR. JOSEPH RICHARD FLECK DPM
NPI 1952890220
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in North Chelmsford, MA

Active since May 02, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
14 RESEARCH PL, NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 01863(978) 454-0706 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2023, Jul 8, 2022, May 3, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Joseph Richard Fleck Dpm NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH RICHARD FLECK DPM (NPI 1952890220) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (PDF2562) and active in the NPI registry since May 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952890220
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH RICHARD FLECKCredential: DPM
Location Address14 RESEARCH PLNorth Chelmsford, MA 01863-2460
Mailing Address14 Research PlNorth Chelmsford, MA 01863-2460 · (978) 454-0706
Phone(978) 454-0706
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMay 2, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2025
✔ NPI 1952890220 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in MA · PDF2562
14 RESEARCH PL, North Chelmsford, MA 01863
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Select Health and more.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. Joseph Richard Fleck Dpm 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 ID941609135
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241226001468
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Fleck reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Orthopaedic Surgical Associates Of Lowell, P.C.
Same address
Orthopaedic Surgery
14 RESEARCH PL
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457361040 (978) 454-0706
Foot And Ankle Institute Of Colorado, PC
1,760 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
1465 KELLY JOHNSON BLVD STE 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003294083 (719) 488-4664

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 10

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
220 services33 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
190 services106 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.
125 services70 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.
124 services69 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
90 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
88 services88 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lowell General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lowell, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220063
Location295 Varnum AvenueLowell, MA 01854 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
0%350 patients1/55-star benchmark: 93%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
86%148 patients4/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
0%727 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
90%2,710 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
45%440 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
0%1,416 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 0% · 669 patients
0%669 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 362 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 362 patients
0%362 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$9.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$209.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. ELISABETH ROSL GENNIS MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
14 RESEARCH PL
N CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 454-2715
MS. ABIGAIL M LEAHEY
Physician Assistant
14 RESEARCH PL
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 454-0706
BRIAN CULLINGFORD M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
14 RESEARCH PL
N CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 256-6607
WALTER MOON JO MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
14 RESEARCH PL
N CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 256-6607
KIRK JOHN MACNAUGHT MD
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
14 RESEARCH PL
N CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 256-6607
DR. JEREMY MILTON MOSES MD
Surgery
14 RESEARCH PL
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 454-0706
DAVID J PRYBYLA M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
14 RESEARCH PL
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 454-0706
ATUL L BHAT MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
14 RESEARCH PL
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 01863
Middlesex County (978) 454-0706

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 Joseph Fleck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Fleck is 1952890220. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2018.

Where is Joseph Fleck located?

Joseph Fleck practices at 14 Research Pl, North Chelmsford, MA 01863. The listed phone number is (978) 454-0706.

What is Joseph Fleck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Joseph Fleck enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Fleck 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 Joseph Fleck's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Fleck reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Orthopaedic Surgical Associates Of Lowell, P.C. (North Chelmsford, MA) and Foot And Ankle Institute Of Colorado, PC (Colorado Springs, CO). 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 Joseph Fleck's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Fleck accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Select Health and Taro Health list Joseph Fleck 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 Joseph Fleck affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Fleck is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Fleck was last updated on January 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.