Edward Pinkus, M.D.
NPI 1518979913 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Burlington, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Pinkus, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Burlington, MA (NPI 1518979913).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518979913
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 228626 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
368 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Medicine Study From Skull Base to Mid-Thigh With Ct Scan78815 | 99 | $106 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study of Bone And/Or Joint Whole Body78306 | 92 | $36 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study, Spect Imaging With Concurrent Ct Scan, 1 Area Or Single Acquisition, Single Day Imaging78830 | 72 | $64 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study of Brain With Metabolic Evaluation78608 | 26 | $65 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study of Lung Ventilation and Circulation78582 | 21 | $46 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study, Spect Imaging, 1 Area Or Single Acquisition, Single Day Imaging78803 | 14 | $48 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2025-03-05
- Certified
- 2025-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Pinkus's NPI number?
- Edward Pinkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518979913, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Pinkus's specialty?
- Edward Pinkus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Pinkus located?
- Edward Pinkus's practice location on file with NPPES is Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA 01805-0001.
- What is Edward Pinkus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Pinkus is (781) 744-8170.
- Does Edward Pinkus accept Medicare?
- Edward Pinkus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Pinkus's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Pinkus's NPI (1518979913) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.