Alvin Hershfeld, DO
NPI 1255483574 · Family Medicine Physician · Howard Beach, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alvin Hershfeld, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Howard Beach, NY (NPI 1255483574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255483574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 112486 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,352 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 807 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 681 | $93 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 242 | $9 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 179 | $2 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 131 | $15 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 109 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 89 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | 248 | 55 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 202 | 41 |
| Simvastatin | 170 | 54 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 168 | 48 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 162 | 60 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 161 | 53 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 153 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$296 across 14 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-17
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alvin Hershfeld's NPI number?
- Alvin Hershfeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255483574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alvin Hershfeld's specialty?
- Alvin Hershfeld is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alvin Hershfeld located?
- Alvin Hershfeld's practice location on file with NPPES is 15640 Crossbay Blvd, Howard Beach, NY 11414-2745.
- What is Alvin Hershfeld's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alvin Hershfeld is (718) 529-4500.
- Does Alvin Hershfeld accept Medicare?
- Alvin Hershfeld is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alvin Hershfeld's NPI active?
- Yes — Alvin Hershfeld's NPI (1255483574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.