Dr. Dorothea T Watson
Pulmonary Disease in Allentown, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Dorothea T Watson, DO, is a Pulmonary Disease specialist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Pulmonary Disease. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. Dr. Dorothea T Watson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Lehigh Valley Physician Group. Dr. Dorothea T Watson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (610) 402-9116 to request Dr. Dorothea T Watson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Dorothea T Watson |
| Former Name |
Dorothea Direso |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
1052472891 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - She owns an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Pulmonary Disease (primary specialty)
- Critical Care (Intensivists)
Experience
- Over 22 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
Education and Training
- Dr. Dorothea T Watson attended and graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1184744328
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, March 30, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Dorothea T Watson
Medical Licenses
Dr. Dorothea T Watson has been primarily specialized in Pulmonary Disease for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
click for detail Pulmonary Disease An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
| OS012533 | 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.
| OS012533 | Pennsylvania |
- Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
click for detail Critical Care Medicine An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
| OS012533 | Pennsylvania |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Lehighton, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Allentown, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Bethlehem, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Lehigh Valley Physician Group
| Lehigh Valley Physician Group | 1050 |
Practice Locations
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Suite 205
Allentown, PA 18103-6271
Phone: (610) 402-9116
Fax: (610) 402-9610
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
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103-6248
Phone: (610) 402-2274
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
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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