Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Valerie Rusko, PA
Medical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Physician Assistant · Physician Assistant · Berkeley Heights, NJ
- NPI 1235147190
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1 Diamond Hill RD
Berkeley Heights, NJ 079222104
(908) 277-8880 - Additional location
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225 Williamson St, Trinitas Hospital,
Elizabeth, NJ 072023625
(908) 994-5273 - Mailing address
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4 Harbor Bay Cir
South Amboy, NJ 088792919
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AM0700X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- New Jersey #25MP00187500 · New York #009135
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235147190. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
103
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$14,009
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 59 | 55 | $156 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 44 | 41 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
53
Patients
53
Total drug cost
$241
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 18 | 18 | $61 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 13 | 13 | $27 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $102 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 11 | 11 | $51 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Valerie Rusko's medical specialty?
Dr. Valerie Rusko practices Medical Physician Assistant in Berkeley Heights, NJ.
Where does Dr. Valerie Rusko practice?
Dr. Valerie Rusko practices at 1 Diamond Hill RD, Berkeley Heights, NJ 079222104. Office phone: 9082778880.
What is Dr. Valerie Rusko's NPI?
Dr. Valerie Rusko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235147190, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Valerie Rusko accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Valerie Rusko accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Valerie Rusko commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.