Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joshua Waitzman, M.D., PH.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Boston, MA
- NPI 1740679414
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
171 Pilgrim RD # Libby2
Boston, MA 022155332
(617) 632-9896 - Additional location
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240 E Huron St, Suite 1-200
Chicago, IL 606112909
(312) 503-7975
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 17, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Massachusetts #297197 · Illinois #125 066440 · Massachusetts #279197
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740679414. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
204
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$24,197
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 54 | 26 | $84 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 50 | 34 | $153 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 33 | $102 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 23 | 23 | $193 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 21 | 21 | $138 | |
G2212 |
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or | 15 | 12 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 73 peers in Boston Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 137. This provider delivers 1.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
619
Patients
75
Total drug cost
$364,915
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 184 | 33 | $181,182 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 89 | 20 | $1,569 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 49 | 0 | $60,410 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 44 | 11 | $40,138 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 37 | 0 | $495 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $32,834 |
| Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $24,511 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $237 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 22 | 11 | $280 |
| Amlodipine-Olmesartan (Amlodipine Bes/Olmesartan MED) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $3,313 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joshua Waitzman's medical specialty?
Dr. Joshua Waitzman practices Nephrology Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Joshua Waitzman practice?
Dr. Joshua Waitzman practices at 171 Pilgrim RD # Libby2, Boston, MA 022155332. Office phone: 6176329896.
What is Dr. Joshua Waitzman's NPI?
Dr. Joshua Waitzman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740679414, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joshua Waitzman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joshua Waitzman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joshua Waitzman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.