Paula Lester, M.D.,
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Paula Lester is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Mineola, NY with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE
With over 25 years in internal medicine, Paula Lester, M.D., is a long-established geriatrician in Mineola. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 24% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
222 Station Plz N Suite 518, Mineola, NY 11501-3808
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202384.47/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.77%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
325
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
275
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,631
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $250k
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%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — 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 (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Suny Downstate Health Sciences University
Board certified · Feb 11, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (Class of 2001)
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Paula Lester
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paula Lester for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Mineola 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 Paula Lester
NPI records show Dr. Lester as active with telehealth listed in Mineola, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (516) 663-2588.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paula Lester
Practice Location
222 Station Plz N Suite 518, Mineola, NY 11501-3808
Mailing Address
222 Station Plz N Suite 518, Mineola, NY 11501-3808
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