Herbert I. Pasternak, D.O.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
With over 45 years in internal medicine, Herbert I. Pasternak, D.O. is a long-established gastroenterologist in Massapequa. A New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology graduate since 1981, he brings 45+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6878dNPPES updated 2007-07-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
187 Veterans Blvd, Massapequa, NY 11758-4982
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.9%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.1 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
496
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
362
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,067
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $242k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.7k received from industry
46 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 Herbert I. Pasternak's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
45 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
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
854 Briar Pl, Woodmere, NY 11598-2420
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Herbert I. Pasternak
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Herbert I. Pasternak for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Massapequa 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 Herbert I. Pasternak
NPI records show Dr. Pasternak as active with telehealth listed in Massapequa, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (516) 795-5523.
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 Herbert I. Pasternak
Practice Location
187 Veterans Blvd, Massapequa, NY 11758-4982
Mailing Address
854 Briar Pl, Woodmere, NY 11598-2420
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