Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Lerer, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Westfield, NJ
- NPI 1336131176
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
525 Central Ave, Suite C
Westfield, NJ 070902534
(908) 233-0895
fax (908) 389-1930 - Mailing address
-
21 Commerce Dr Ste 200
Cranford, NJ 070163519
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 5, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #MA46175
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336131176. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
601
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$76,517
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 246 | 170 | $99 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 86 | 86 | $123 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 54 | 53 | $120 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 51 | 25 | $85 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 46 | 45 | $267 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 44 | 35 | $141 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 25 | 25 | $198 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 22 | $133 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 14 | 14 | $140 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 13 | 13 | $197 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 6.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$167
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 2 | $35.41 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 2 | $34.88 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $33.70 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $17.00 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $16.15 | |
| Mannkind Corporation | 1 | $15.35 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $14.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
838
Patients
316
Total drug cost
$54,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | Generic | 311 | 118 | $8,561 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 184 | 68 | $2,981 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 159 | 34 | $6,630 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 87 | 85 | $1,498 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $9,659 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 19 | 0 | $14,519 |
| Mercaptopurine | Generic | 13 | 0 | $1,365 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $216 |
| Nexium (Esomeprazole Magnesium) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $3,895 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $297 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Lerer's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Lerer practices Gastroenterology Physician in Westfield, NJ.
Where does Dr. Paul Lerer practice?
Dr. Paul Lerer practices at 525 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ 070902534. Office phone: 9082330895.
What is Dr. Paul Lerer's NPI?
Dr. Paul Lerer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336131176, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Lerer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Lerer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Lerer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.