Nathaniel Augustus Barber, MD
Nathaniel Augustus Barber is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Jersey City, NJ with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY)
Nathaniel Augustus Barber, MD runs an independent internist practice in Jersey City, NJ. Trained at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Uses generic medications more than 34% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 607dNPPES updated 2024-09-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1815 John F Kennedy Blvd Ste C, Jersey City, NJ 07305-2180
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.28%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Jersey0.28% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.7%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
402
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,288
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $873k
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 Diabetes.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$200 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Nathaniel Augustus Barber's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
Board certified · Sep 23, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
109 W Englewood Ave, Teaneck, NJ 07666-5015
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nathaniel Augustus Barber
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nathaniel Augustus Barber for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Jersey City 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 Nathaniel Augustus Barber
NPI records show Dr. Barber as active with telehealth listed in Jersey City, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 332-4110.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nathaniel Augustus Barber
Practice Location
1815 John F Kennedy Blvd Ste C, Jersey City, NJ 07305-2180
Mailing Address
109 W Englewood Ave, Teaneck, NJ 07666-5015
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