Dr. John Hershman
Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery in Augusta, Georgia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 16+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. John Hershman, MD, is a Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery specialist in Augusta, Georgia. He attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Doctors Hospital, Medical Center Of Plano, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall. Dr. John Hershman also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Burn And Reconstructive Centers Of Texas. Dr. John Hershman accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (706) 863-9595 to request Dr. John Hershman the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
John Hershman |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6406094119 |
| 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
- Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery (primary specialty)
- General Surgery
Experience
- Over 16 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. John Hershman attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2008.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1801058581
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2008
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. John Hershman
Medical Licenses
Dr. John Hershman has been primarily specialized in Plastic Surgery for over 16 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Plastic Surgery
click for detail Plastic Surgery A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
| Q1993 | Texas |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| Q1993 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Augusta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Plano, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Optim Medical Center - Tattnall | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Burn And Reconstructive Centers Of Texas
| Burn And Reconstructive Centers Of Texas | 3 |
Practice Locations
3675 J Dewey Gray Cir
Augusta, GA 30909-1868
Phone: (706) 863-9595
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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Dr. John Hershman [NPI: 1801058581]Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery