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HERBERT L CARES M.D.
NPI 1962440909
Neurological Surgery in Newton, MA

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 220, NEWTON, MA 02462(617) 964-0545 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Herbert L Cares M.d. NPPES

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

HERBERT L CARES M.D. (NPI 1962440909) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Newton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (33073) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newton-wellesley Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Michigan Medical School (1963).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962440909
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameHERBERT L CARESCredential: M.D.
Location Address2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 220Newton, MA 02462-1650
Mailing Address2000 Washington St, Suite 220Newton, MA 02462-1650 · (617) 964-0545
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 1963
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1962440909 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License Licensed in MA · 33073
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
2000 WASHINGTON ST, Newton, MA 02462

Other Identifiers 1

Other033073MA · Tufts

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

Herbert L Cares 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 ID1456397249
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050701000335
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

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220101
Location2014 Washington StreetNewton, MA 02462 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02462 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
$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.

Surgery
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 665
NEWTON, MA 02462
Plastic Surgery
2000 WASHINGTON ST
NEWTON LOWER FALLS, MA 02462
Pediatrics
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 466
NEWTON, MA 02462
Otolaryngology (Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery)
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 544 WHITE BUILDING
NEWTON, MA 02462
Internal Medicine
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 546
NEWTON LOWER FALLS, MA 02462
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 341
NEWTON, MA 02462
Internal Medicine
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 441
NEWTON, MA 02462
Allergy & Immunology (Allergy)
2000 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 205
NEWTON, MA 02462

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 Herbert Cares's NPI number?

The NPI number for Herbert Cares is 1962440909. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Herbert Cares located?

Herbert Cares practices at 2000 Washington St Suite 220, Newton, MA 02462. The listed phone number is (617) 964-0545.

What is Herbert Cares's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Herbert Cares enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Herbert Cares 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 Herbert Cares accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Herbert Cares 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 Herbert Cares affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Herbert Cares is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Herbert Cares was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 28 days 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.