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MR. ALEX DIFRANCISCO PA
NPI 1518465244
Physician Assistant in Buffalo, NY

Active since January 29, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.14/100
CMS Quality Rating
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS, BUFFALO, NY 14263(716) 845-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mr. Alex Difrancisco Pa NPPES

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

MR. ALEX DIFRANCISCO PA (NPI 1518465244) is an individual physician assistant in Buffalo, New York and active in the NPI registry since January 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518465244
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. ALEX DIFRANCISCOCredential: PA
Location AddressELM AND CARLTON STREETSBuffalo, NY 14263-1149
Mailing Address425 Essjay Rd Ste 170Williamsville, NY 14221-5782 · (716) 630-1219 · Fax (716) 817-1726
Phone(716) 845-2300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJanuary 29, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 2021
NPPES CertifiedApril 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1518465244 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS, Buffalo, NY 14263
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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

Mr. Alex Difrancisco Pa 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 ID1850653056
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180328002183
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 5

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
63 services58 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
33 services33 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
28 services21 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.
17 services17 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
14 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14263 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

87.14/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.29
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost74.86

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

MUSA SAEED M.D.
Internal Medicine
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
JESSICA LYNN HAFEZI
Nurse Practitioner
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
DR. ZHONGBO YANG M.D.
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
DR. VLADIMIR FRIAS D.D.S
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFA;P, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
NOELLE DICKEY NP
Nurse Practitioner
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
MS. MICHELE NANNI PA
Physician Assistant
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
MR. NATHAN A LARICCIA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
JOHN M KANE III MD
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300

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 Alex Difrancisco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Difrancisco is 1518465244. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 29, 2018.

Where is Alex Difrancisco located?

Alex Difrancisco practices at Elm And Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263. The listed phone number is (716) 845-2300.

What is Alex Difrancisco's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Alex Difrancisco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Difrancisco 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Difrancisco was last updated on April 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.