Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Bruce Mermelstein, Ed.D

Counseling Psychologist (CMS: Clinical Psychologist) · Newton, MA

  • NPI 1285674184
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 43 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
21 Walnut Pl
Newton, MA 024611716
(617) 527-4610
fax (617) 527-6829

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 28, 2017
Year of graduation
1983 — 43 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
103TC1900X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #3460

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285674184. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
660
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$94,009
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90837 Psychotherapy, 1 hour 635 37 $141
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 25 25 $176

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Newton Counseling Psychologist, average services per provider: 330. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Bruce Mermelstein's medical specialty?
Dr. Bruce Mermelstein practices Counseling Psychologist in Newton, MA.
Where does Dr. Bruce Mermelstein practice?
Dr. Bruce Mermelstein practices at 21 Walnut Pl, Newton, MA 024611716. Office phone: 6175274610.
What is Dr. Bruce Mermelstein's NPI?
Dr. Bruce Mermelstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285674184, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bruce Mermelstein accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bruce Mermelstein accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bruce Mermelstein commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.