Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Erik Folch, MD, MSC
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Internal Medicine Physician · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Boston, MA
- NPI 1578739231
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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185 Pilgrim RD, Deac 201
Boston, MA 022155324
(617) 632-8036 - Mailing address
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185 Pilgrim Road, Deac 201
Boston, MA 02215
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 10, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #57.011218
- Medicaid (2)
- TN #1518620 · MS #00624305
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578739231. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
282
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$28,062
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31628 |
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe | 44 | 42 | $102 | |
31624 |
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope | 40 | 38 | $21 | |
31627 |
Computer-assisted image-guided navigation of lung airways using an endoscope | 28 | 27 | $98 | |
31654 |
Exam of lung airways with diagnostic or therapeutic procedure on growths using an endoscope and ultrasound | 27 | 26 | $68 | |
31652 |
Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 1-2 lymph nodes | 26 | 24 | $168 | |
31629 |
Needle biopsy of windpipe cartilage, airway, and/or lung using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $166 | |
77012 |
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement | 20 | 18 | $74 | |
31645 |
Aspiration of initial secretion of lung airway using an endoscope | 19 | 17 | $52 | |
31641 |
Destruction of growth or narrowing of lung airway using an endoscope | 15 | 12 | $250 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 15 | 14 | $147 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 77 peers in Boston Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 53. This provider delivers 5.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$138,783
Transactions
149
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 94 | $103,518.13 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 47 | $30,296.93 | |
| Cook Incorporated | 3 | $4,645.00 | |
| Siemens Medical Solutions USA, INC. | 2 | $172.42 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $100.38 | |
| Impulse Dynamics (USA) INC. | 1 | $30.25 | |
| Grifols USA, LLC | 1 | $19.84 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Erik Folch's medical specialty?
Dr. Erik Folch practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Erik Folch practice?
Dr. Erik Folch practices at 185 Pilgrim RD, Boston, MA 022155324. Office phone: 6176328036.
What is Dr. Erik Folch's NPI?
Dr. Erik Folch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578739231, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Erik Folch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Erik Folch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Erik Folch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe (HCPCS 31628); Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope (HCPCS 31624); Computer-assisted image-guided navigation of lung airways using an endoscope (HCPCS 31627). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.