DR. PATRICIA TAGER MD
NPI 1841240637
Dermatology in Neptune, NJ

Q: What is Patricia Tager's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patricia Tager is 1841240637. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2006.

Q: What is Patricia Tager's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Patricia Tager was last updated on August 4, 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.

Active since May 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

26 HIGHWAY 35 N, NEPTUNE, NJ 07753(732) 456-7777(848) 251-2189 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 4, 2021, Jun 21, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Patricia Tager Md NPPES

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

DR. PATRICIA TAGER MD (NPI 1841240637) is an individual dermatology provider in Neptune, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA06662700) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Toms River, and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841240637

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207N00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. PATRICIA TAGERCredential: MD

Location Address26 HIGHWAY 35 NNeptune, NJ 07753

Mailing Address1580 Lakewood Rd Ste 16Toms River, NJ 08755-3287 · (732) 456-7777 · Fax (848) 251-2189

Phone(732) 456-7777

Fax(848) 251-2189

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateMay 11, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 4, 2021

✔ NPI 1841240637 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207N00000X

License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA06662700

Definition

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

26 HIGHWAY 35 N, Neptune, NJ 07753

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1111 W Water StToms River, NJ 08753-6407 · Phone (732) 244-4700 ext. 6118 · Fax (732) 244-8482

Other Identifiers 4

Other5160612NJ · Aetna Ppo

OtherP5543196NJ · Oxford

Medicaid7510403NJ

Other004467NJ · Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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

Dr. Patricia Tager 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 ID8022904655

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040223000316

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 7

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003

This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.

241 services30 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.

119 services76 patients

Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102

A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.

63 services45 patients

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000

"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.

49 services36 patients

Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103

A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.

33 services23 patients

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.

28 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07753 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

$94.90 typical visit price

range $61.59 – $185.05

Typical copayment $23.72 (range $15.39 – $46.26)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$76.45 typical visit price

range $20.08 – $150.98

Typical copayment $19.11 (range $5.02 – $37.74)

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.

100/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Biopsy Follow-Up

Percentage of new patients whose biopsy results have been reviewed and communicated to the primary care/referring physician and patient by the performing physician

100%46 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

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.

29%595 patients1/55-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%433 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.

7%152 patients1/55-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.

61%436 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

68%227 patients3/55-star benchmark: 95%

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…

61%436 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.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

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