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DR. JOHN JOSEPH PURCELL MD
NPI 1992787105
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Boston, MA

Active since November 15, 2005PECOS Enrolled
55 FRUIT ST WRN 605, PSYCHIATRY ASSOCIATES INPATIENT CONSULT, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 726-1736(617) 726-5946 Get Directions Write a Review

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

About Dr. John Joseph Purcell Md NPPES

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

DR. JOHN JOSEPH PURCELL MD (NPI 1992787105) is an individual psychiatry provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (40916) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992787105
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN JOSEPH PURCELLCredential: MD
Location Address55 FRUIT ST WRN 605, PSYCHIATRY ASSOCIATES INPATIENT CONSULTBoston, MA 02114-2696
Mailing AddressPo Box 9142, Mass General Physician OrganizationCharlestown, MA 02129-9142 · (617) 724-0287 · Fax (617) 726-2894
Fax(617) 726-5946
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1992787105 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 · 40916
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.
55 FRUIT ST WRN 605, Boston, MA 02114

Other Identifiers 3

Other715511MA · Tufts Health Plan
Medicaid2072866MA
OtherC26061MA · Bcbs Ma

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. John Joseph Purcell 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 ID9234127739
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040504000499
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 straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
564 services38 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes 90836
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 45-minute session where a healthcare provider discusses your mental and emotional health. They assess your current state, manage any issues, and help you develop coping strategies. This service aims to improve your overall well-being.
481 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02114 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

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Forensic Psychiatry)
55 FRUIT ST WRN 605, PSYCIATRY ASSOCIATES INPATIENT CONSULT
BOSTON, MA 02114

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 John Purcell's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Purcell is 1992787105. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2005.

Where is John Purcell located?

John Purcell practices at 55 Fruit St Wrn 605 Psychiatry Associates Inpatient Consult, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 726-1736.

What is John Purcell's specialty?

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

Is John Purcell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Purcell 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 John Purcell accept?

Health plans from Harvard Pilgrim Health Care list John Purcell 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 John Purcell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Purcell is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Purcell 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 23 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.