Kenneth Sassower, MD
NPI 1619968179 · Neurology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Sassower, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1619968179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619968179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 152034 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
192 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $139 |
| Sleep Study Including Heart Rate, Breathing, and Sleep Time95800 | 50 | $148 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 20 | $139 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 61-119 Minutes95813 | 19 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 18 | $99 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $89–$148 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 117 | 30 |
| Clonazepam | 113 | 24 |
| Lorazepam | 106 | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 82 | 22 |
| Pregabalin | 74 | 15 |
| Zolpidem Tartratebrand: Zolpidem Tartrate Er | 50 | 11 |
| Pramipexole Di-Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-03
- Last updated
- 2012-11-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Sassower's NPI number?
- Kenneth Sassower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619968179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Sassower's specialty?
- Kenneth Sassower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Sassower located?
- Kenneth Sassower's practice location on file with NPPES is 15 Parkman St, Boston, MA 02114-3117.
- What is Kenneth Sassower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Sassower is (617) 724-7426.
- Does Kenneth Sassower accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Sassower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Sassower's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Sassower's NPI (1619968179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.