Dr. Joseph Choma

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 22+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Joseph Choma, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Albany, New York. He attended and graduated from University Of Vermont College Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany Memorial Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, St Mary's Hospital (Troy), St Peter's Hospital. Dr. Joseph Choma also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Albany-Capital Region Gastroenterology Consultants Co Pllc. Dr. Joseph Choma accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (518) 438-4483 to request Dr. Joseph Choma the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1375 Washington Ave
Suite 101
Albany, NY 12206-1040

Phone 1: (518) 438-4483

Fax: (518) 482-4201
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Joseph Choma
Gender Male
PECOS ID 6608949060
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

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 22 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Joseph Choma attended and graduated from University Of Vermont College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1902960560
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • MHI - He does 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.
  • 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. Joseph Choma

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Joseph Choma has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 22 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Albany-Capital Region Gastroenterology Consultants Co Pllc


Practice Locations

1375 Washington Ave
Suite 101
Albany, NY 12206-1040

Phone: (518) 438-4483
Fax: (518) 482-4201
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 Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, July 18, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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