Dr. James M Shear
Hospice/Palliative Care in Arlington, Virginia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 43+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. James M Shear, MD, is a Hospice/Palliative Care specialist in Arlington, Virginia. He attended and graduated from University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine in 1981, having over 43 years of diverse experience, especially in Hospice/Palliative Care. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Virginia Hospital Center. Dr. James M Shear also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Llc. Dr. James M Shear accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (703) 558-8501 to request Dr. James M Shear the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
James M Shear |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5698840387 |
| 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
- Hospice/Palliative Care (primary specialty)
- Anesthesiology
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 43 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. James M Shear attended and graduated from University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine in 1981.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1215953443
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, July 14, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not 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 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.
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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. James M Shear
Medical Licenses
Dr. James M Shear has been primarily specialized in Anesthesiology for over 43 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Anesthesiology
click for detail Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
| 0101244516 | Virginia |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Anesthesiology
click for detail Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
| 36311 | Missouri |
- Anesthesiology / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An anesthesiologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
| 0101244516 | Virginia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Arlington, Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Llc
| Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Llc | 105 |
Practice Locations
1635 N George Mason Dr
Suite 115
Arlington, VA 22205-3680
Phone: (703) 558-8501
Fax: (703) 558-8517
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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Dr. James M Shear [NPI: 1215953443]Hospice/Palliative Care, Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine