David Thaler, M.D.
NPI 1962436873 · Neurology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Thaler, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1962436873).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962436873
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 151329 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
191 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 55 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 47 | $152 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 30 | $185 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 25 | $181 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 22 | $196 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 30 |
| Levetiracetam | 28 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 20 |
| Primidone | 17 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 16 |
| Ubrogepantbrand: Ubrelvy | 14 |
| Galcanezumab-Gnlmbrand: Emgality Pen | 13 |
| Rimegepant Sulfatebrand: Nurtec Odt | 13 |
| Clonazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$36,083 across 92 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2023-12-19
- Certified
- 2023-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Thaler's NPI number?
- David Thaler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962436873, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Thaler's specialty?
- David Thaler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Thaler located?
- David Thaler's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111-1552.
- What is David Thaler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Thaler is (617) 636-5000.
- Does David Thaler accept Medicare?
- David Thaler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Thaler's NPI active?
- Yes — David Thaler's NPI (1962436873) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.