SHIRA ALTER MD
NPI 1639177637
Specialist in Brooklyn, NY

Q: What is Shira Alter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shira Alter is 1639177637. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2005.

Q: What is Shira Alter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shira Alter was last updated on March 6, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since July 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

5925 15TH AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11219(718) 972-2700(718) 972-2701 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Shira Alter Md NPPES

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

SHIRA ALTER MD (NPI 1639177637) is an individual specialist in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in New York (233367-1) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639177637

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy174400000X

Provider Legal NameSHIRA ALTERCredential: MD

Location Address5925 15TH AVEBrooklyn, NY 11219-5009

Mailing Address5925 15th AveBrooklyn, NY 11219-5009 · (718) 972-2700 · Fax (718) 972-2701

Phone(718) 972-2700

Fax(718) 972-2701

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateJuly 13, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 2014

✔ NPI 1639177637 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers

Taxonomy Code174400000X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 233367-1

Definition

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

5925 15TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11219

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified759801NY

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

Shira Alter 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 ID3870548712

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050314000972

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 12

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.

Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina 76830

An ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.

71 services69 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of pelvis 76857

A limited ultrasound scan of the pelvis is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to create pictures of the lower abdomen area. This helps doctors view and assess the health of certain internal structures. It's painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.

69 services67 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.

66 services62 patients

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

57 services57 patients

Detection test by nucleic acid for chlamydia trachomatis, amplified probe technique 87491

A detection test by nucleic acid for chlamydia trachomatis, amplified probe technique, is a test that identifies the presence of a specific bacteria in the body. This bacteria can cause various health issues. The technique amplifies the sample to improve accuracy.

54 services54 patients

Detection test by nucleic acid for human papillomavirus (hpv), high-risk types 87624

This test detects high-risk types of HPV, a common virus. It's done by analyzing a small sample of cells for the presence of HPV DNA. The aim is to identify any high-risk types early, as they may increase the risk of certain health issues.

54 services54 patients

Pap test 88141

A Pap test is a routine exam that checks for changes in cells that could signal a health concern. During this test, a small sample of cells is gently collected from the lower region of the body. The sample is then examined under a microscope to ensure everything looks normal.

54 services54 patients

Pap test, automated thin layer preparation; automated system and manual rescreening 88175

A Pap test is a screening tool that helps detect unusual cells. The automated thin layer preparation involves placing your cell sample in a thin layer on a slide. An automated system then scans the slide, and experts manually review any areas flagged by the system. This method enhances the accuracy of the results.

54 services54 patients

Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091

A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.

50 services50 patients

Detection test by nucleic acid for neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhoeae bacteria), amplified probe technique 87591

This is a lab test that checks for the presence of a specific bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae in your body. It uses a technique called amplified probe, which makes many copies of the bacteria's genetic material (nucleic acid) to help detect it more easily.

40 services40 patients

Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001

A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.

30 services30 patients

Urinalysis, manual test 81002

A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Maimonides Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brooklyn, NY

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330194

Location4802 Tenth AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11219 · Kings County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.18/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

99.94

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

66.15

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer

54%298 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%

Cervical Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…

91%1,788 patients

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.

95%3,299 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

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.

99%369 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.

70%3,529 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

39%1,525 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

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

Patients screenedForUse: 79% · 1,251 patients

75%1,251 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

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…

98%3,529 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

27%3,529 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

38%3,529 patients

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 20

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

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