Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Zina Tessema, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Livingston, NJ
- NPI 1700271947
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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94 Old Short Hills RD
Livingston, NJ 070395672
(973) 774-2500 - Mailing address
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311 S Livingston Ave
Livingston, NJ 070393927
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #25MA10453700
- Medicaid
- NJ #1700271947
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700271947. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,557
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$185,566
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 1,191 | 227 | $118 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 181 | 159 | $147 | |
99315 |
Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 68 | 64 | $90 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 65 | 34 | $82 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 15 | 15 | $200 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 14 | 11 | $169 | |
99307 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes | 12 | 11 | $44 | |
99316 |
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes | 11 | 11 | $144 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in this city , average services per provider: 151. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,995
Patients
402
Total drug cost
$114,785
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 234 | 60 | $2,401 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 234 | 43 | $70,667 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 197 | 41 | $2,829 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 172 | 36 | $1,362 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 153 | 29 | $987 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 132 | 31 | $2,107 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 126 | 32 | $1,129 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 125 | 29 | $1,682 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 108 | 24 | $1,356 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 105 | 19 | $1,081 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Zina Tessema's medical specialty?
Dr. Zina Tessema practices Internal Medicine Physician in Livingston, NJ.
Where does Dr. Zina Tessema practice?
Dr. Zina Tessema practices at 94 Old Short Hills RD, Livingston, NJ 070395672. Office phone: 9737742500.
What is Dr. Zina Tessema's NPI?
Dr. Zina Tessema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700271947, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Zina Tessema accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Zina Tessema accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Zina Tessema commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99305); Nursing facility discharge day management (HCPCS 99315). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.