Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Herbert Cares, M.D.

Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Newton, MA

  • NPI 1962440909
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 63 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2000 Washington St, Suite 220
Newton, MA 024621650
(617) 964-0545

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
July 8, 2007
Year of graduation
1963 — 63 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207T00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #33073

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962440909. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
44
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$9,815
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99205 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 30 30 $239
99215 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 14 13 $188

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Herbert Cares's medical specialty?
Dr. Herbert Cares practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Newton, MA.
Where does Dr. Herbert Cares practice?
Dr. Herbert Cares practices at 2000 Washington St, Newton, MA 024621650. Office phone: 6179640545.
What is Dr. Herbert Cares's NPI?
Dr. Herbert Cares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962440909, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Herbert Cares accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Herbert Cares accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Herbert Cares commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.