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DR. PAUL E HESTERBERG MD
NPI 1992788988
Internal Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since November 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
55 FRUIT STREET, MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL COX BUILDING 201, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 726-3850(617) 724-0239 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Sep 11, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. Paul E Hesterberg Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL E HESTERBERG MD (NPI 1992788988) is an individual internal medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (216938) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992788988
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL E HESTERBERGCredential: MD
Location Address55 FRUIT STREET, MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL COX BUILDING 201Boston, MA 02114
Mailing AddressPo Box 9142, Mass General Physician OrganizationClarlestown, MA 02129-9142 · (617) 724-0287 · Fax (617) 726-2894
Phone(617) 726-3850
Fax(617) 724-0239
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateNovember 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1992788988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 216938
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 216938 (MA)
55 FRUIT STREET, Boston, MA 02114
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid2009838MA
OtherJ26183MA · Bcbs Ma
Other216938MA · Tufts Health Plan

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

Dr. Paul E Hesterberg 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 ID7517970494
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060718000296
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 4

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 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.
68 services60 patients
Professional service for multiple injections of allergen 95117
The professional service for multiple injections of allergens involves administering small doses of specific allergens into your body. This is done to help your immune system become less sensitive to them, reducing your allergic reaction over time. It's a safe, effective way to manage allergies.
64 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
19 services16 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

North Shore Medical Center -

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220035
Location81 Highland AvenueSalem, MA 01970 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220110
Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers50 claims161 services$17.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, immune globulin (privigen), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg J1459
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI008N
1 supplier17 claims1,360 services$36.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, immune globulin (cuvitru), 100 mg J1555
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI008N
1 supplier12 claims4,800 services$11.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, immune globulin (hizentra), 100 mg J1559
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI008N
1 supplier32 claims8,621 services$9.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, immune globulin, (gamunex-c/gammaked), non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg J1561
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI008N
3 suppliers42 claims3,450 services$34.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, immune globulin, (gammagard liquid), non-lyophilized, (e.g., liquid), 500 mg J1569
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI008N
3 suppliers11 claims800 services$35.30 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.

KUI TOH GERARD LEONG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT STREET, MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-8862
MS. JACQUELINE BANGO LICSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
55 FRUIT STREET, FOUNDERS BUILDING SUITE 880
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 643-8281
SARA ELIZABETH GROSSLEIN PA
Physician Assistant
55 FRUIT STREET, WHITE 1
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-4100
JEFFREY M ELLENBOGEN M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
55 FRUIT STREET, WANG 720 (NEUROLOGY)
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-7419
DR. NANCY LEE HARRIS MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
55 FRUIT STREET, WRN 2 PATHOLOGY ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-5155
DR. STANLEY YANG SHAW MD PHD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT STREET, YAW 5 CARDIAC UNIT ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-6750
LEONARDO V RIELLA M.D., PHD
Internal Medicine
55 FRUIT STREET, WHITE 5
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-5050
SUSAN MAHER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
55 FRUIT STREET, CLN 309 MGH ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3030

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 Paul Hesterberg's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Hesterberg is 1992788988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 22, 2005.

Where is Paul Hesterberg located?

Paul Hesterberg practices at 55 Fruit Street Massachusetts General Hospital Cox Building 201, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 726-3850.

What is Paul Hesterberg's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Paul Hesterberg enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Hesterberg 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 Paul Hesterberg accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Paul Hesterberg 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 Paul Hesterberg affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Hesterberg is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham And Women's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Hesterberg 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 43 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.