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Dr. Athena Chen, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Boston, MA
- NPI 1245643394
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St.
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 726-2967
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #L-259087
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245643394. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
544
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$23,155
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 136 | 91 | $37 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 107 | 28 | $28 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 87 | 80 | $28 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 72 | 44 | $70 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 58 | 34 | $35 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 30 | 13 | $82 | |
88321 |
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere | 29 | 28 | $78 | |
88172 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate | 25 | 16 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 76 peers in this city , average services per provider: 122. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Athena Chen's medical specialty?
Dr. Athena Chen practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Athena Chen practice?
Dr. Athena Chen practices at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114. Office phone: 6177262967.
What is Dr. Athena Chen's NPI?
Dr. Athena Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245643394, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Athena Chen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Athena Chen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Athena Chen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique (HCPCS 88112). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.