Dr. Walter J Bridges

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 36+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Walter J Bridges, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Amarillo, Texas. He attended and graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Baptist St Anthony's Hospital, Northwest Texas Hospital. Dr. Walter J Bridges also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Amarillo. Dr. Walter J Bridges accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (806) 414-9800 to request Dr. Walter J Bridges the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1400 S Coulter St
Amarillo, TX 79106-1786

Phone 1: (806) 414-9800
Phone 2: (806) 351-3777

Fax: (806) 354-5689
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Walter J Bridges
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0446207765
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)
  • Pediatric Medicine

Experience

  • Over 36 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. Walter J Bridges attended and graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1750397865
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 31, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, September 11, 2015

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 not 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. Walter J Bridges

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Walter J Bridges has been primarily specialized in Pediatrics for over 36 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics
    A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
  • 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

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Amarillo


Practice Locations

1400 S Coulter St
Amarillo, TX 79106-1786
Phone: (806) 414-9800
Phone 2: (806) 351-3777
Fax: (806) 354-5689
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 Friday, September 11, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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