PAULA CRISTINA ALEM FNP
NPI 1629508064
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Livingston, NJ

Active since June 18, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.71/100
CMS Quality Rating
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039(973) 322-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 3, 2017, Jun 18, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Paula Cristina Alem Fnp NPPES

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

PAULA CRISTINA ALEM FNP (NPI 1629508064) is an individual family provider in Livingston, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (26NJ00707300) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629508064
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NamePAULA CRISTINA ALEMCredential: FNP
Location Address94 OLD SHORT HILLS RDLivingston, NJ 07039-5672
Mailing Address542 Davis AveKearny, NJ 07032-3627
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJune 18, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1629508064 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in NJ · 26NJ00707300
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 26NR13801600 (NJ)
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, Livingston, NJ 07039

Accepted Insurance

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

Paula Cristina Alem Fnp 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 ID7113255688
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190821002788
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 2

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 straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
27 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Livingston, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310076
Location94 Old Short Hills RoadLivingston, NJ 07039 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07039 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

93.71/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality77.79
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Anesthesiology
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Specialist
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, EAST WING, SUITE 305
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Emergency Medicine
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039
Nurse Practitioner
94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039

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 Paula Alem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paula Alem is 1629508064. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2017.

Where is Paula Alem located?

Paula Alem practices at 94 Old Short Hills Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039. The listed phone number is (973) 322-5000.

What is Paula Alem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Paula Alem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paula Alem 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.

What insurance does Paula Alem accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Paula Alem as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Paula Alem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paula Alem is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paula Alem was last updated on August 3, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.