Dr. Christopher D Newman

Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
26+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Christopher D Newman, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Sacred Heart Hospital, St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem. Dr. Christopher D Newman also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Lehigh Valley Physician Group. Dr. Christopher D Newman accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Christopher D Newman at 1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd 210 Lvpg Transplant And General Surgery to request Dr. Christopher D Newman the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
210 Lvpg Transplant And General Surgery
Allentown, PA 18103

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Basics

Full Name	Christopher D Newman
Gender	Male
PECOS ID	6204875230
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

Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 26 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. Christopher D Newman graduated from medical school in 1998.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1376531921
NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, October 7, 2005
NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Quality Reporting

eRx - He does 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 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.
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. Christopher D Newman

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Christopher D Newman has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 26 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine click for detail 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.	MD428917	Pennsylvania
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine click for detail 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.	036105596	Illinois

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Lehigh Valley Hospital	Allentown, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg	Bethlehem, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Sacred Heart Hospital	Allentown, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem	Bethlehem, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
George M Joseph Md And Associates	Lehigh Valley Physician Group	806

Practice Locations

1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
210 Lvpg Transplant And General Surgery
Allentown, PA 18103

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