Alexander Biener, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Alexander Biener, MD has practiced internal medicine for 44+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.67/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2017dNPPES updated 2020-10-27 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
595 Chestnut Ridge Rd Suite #6, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677-7667
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in New Jersey on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202398.67/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.1 pts)
Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in New JerseyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.86%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Jersey0.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New JerseyHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
323
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,850
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $571k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$779 received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Alexander Biener's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Board certified · Oct 26, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Class of 1982)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Alexander Biener
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander Biener for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Woodcliff Lake required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexander Biener
NPI records show Dr. Biener as active with telehealth listed in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 505-9595.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alexander Biener
Practice Location
595 Chestnut Ridge Rd Suite #6, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677-7667
Mailing Address
595 Chestnut Ridge Rd Suite #6, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677-7667
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