Dr. Mark E Chittum
Ophthalmology in Alamosa, Colorado
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 42+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Mark E Chittum, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Alamosa, Colorado. He attended and graduated from University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Centura Health-Penrose St Francis Health Services, University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central. Dr. Mark E Chittum also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Retina Consultants Of Southern Colorado Pc. Dr. Mark E Chittum accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Mark E Chittum at 2509 Main St to request Dr. Mark E Chittum the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Mark E Chittum |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
9436141306 |
Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Ophthalmology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 42 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Mark E Chittum attended and graduated from University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 1982.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1518942572
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 17, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Mark E Chittum
Medical Licenses
Dr. Mark E Chittum has been primarily specialized in Retina Specialist for over 42 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Ophthalmology / Retina Specialist
click for detail Retina Specialist An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
| DR.0028079 | Colorado |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Colorado Springs, Colorado | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Colorado Springs, Colorado | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Local |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Retina Consultants Of Southern Colorado Pc
| Retina Consultants Of Southern Colorado Pc | 5 |
Practice Locations
2509 Main St
Alamosa, CO 81101-2239
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, October 8, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, February 17, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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