DR. LAWRENCE M PICKOVER MD
NPI 1326084310
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Somerset, NJ

Active since June 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.45/100
CMS Quality Rating
81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 206, SOMERSET, NJ 08873(732) 846-2777(732) 828-1950 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Lawrence M Pickover Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LAWRENCE M PICKOVER MD (NPI 1326084310) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Somerset, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA058287) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital, and is a graduate of New York University School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326084310
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAWRENCE M PICKOVERCredential: MD
Location Address81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 206Somerset, NJ 08873-3491
Mailing Address81 Veronica Ave, Suite 206Somerset, NJ 08873-3491 · (732) 846-2777 · Fax (732) 828-1950
Fax(732) 828-1950
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York University School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2010
NPI 1326084310 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in NJ · MA058287
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
81 VERONICA AVE, Somerset, NJ 08873

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINE57571NJ
Medicare PIN158052A3DNJ

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lawrence M Pickover Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5597778878
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101109000562
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
303 services176 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
120 services109 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
68 services68 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
37 services37 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
30 services30 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Saint Peter's University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Brunswick, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310070
Location254 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08873 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.45/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability97
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Follow-Up Interval for Normal Colonoscopy in Average Risk Patients
Percentage of patients aged 50 to 75 years of age receiving a screening colonoscopy without biopsy or polypectomy who had a recommended follow-up interval of at least 10 years for repeat colonoscopy documented in their colonoscopy report
100%72 patients
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%791 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colonoscopy Interval for Patients with a History of Adenomatous Polyps - Avoidance of Inappropriate Use
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older receiving a surveillance colonoscopy, with a history of a prior adenomatous polyp(s) in previous colonoscopy findings, which had an interval of 3 or more years since their last colonoscopy
100%36 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
100%489 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,034 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%1,269 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%1,606 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
7%1,046 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Photodocumentation of Cecal Intubation
The rate of screening and surveillance colonoscopies for which photodocumentation of landmarks of cecal intubation is performed to establish a complete examination
100%87 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
100%1,015 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
63%1,046 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Specialist
81 VERONICA AVE
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 203
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 206
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 201
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
Specialist
81 VERONICA AVE, SUITE 201
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology)
81 VERONICA AVE
SOMERSET, NJ 08873

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lawrence Pickover's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lawrence Pickover is 1326084310. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2006.

Where is Lawrence Pickover located?

Lawrence Pickover practices at 81 Veronica Ave Suite 206, Somerset, NJ 08873. The listed phone number is (732) 846-2777.

What is Lawrence Pickover's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Lawrence Pickover enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lawrence Pickover is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Lawrence Pickover affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lawrence Pickover is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lawrence Pickover was last updated on July 9, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.