Dr. Weems Pennington
Internal Medicine in Augusta, Georgia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 53+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Weems Pennington Jr., MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Augusta, Georgia. He attended and graduated from Medical College Of Georgia in 1971, having over 53 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Aiken Regional Medical Center, Allendale County Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, Trinity Hospital Of Augusta, University Hospital. Dr. Weems Pennington also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Heart And Vascular Associates Of Augusta P.C, Penn Teck Diagnostics Inc. Dr. Weems Pennington accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (706) 722-1249 to request Dr. Weems Pennington the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Weems Pennington Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0749206712 |
| 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)
- Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)
Experience
- Over 53 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. Weems Pennington attended and graduated from Medical College Of Georgia in 1971.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1366541187
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, September 21, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, August 4, 2010
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 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. Weems Pennington
Medical Licenses
Dr. Weems Pennington has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 53 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.
| 14977 | Georgia |
- Other Service Providers / Specialist
click for detail Specialist An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
| 18530 | South Carolina |
- Other Service Providers / Specialist
click for detail Specialist An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
| 14977 | Georgia |
- Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
click for detail Cardiovascular Disease An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
| 14977 | Georgia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Aiken, South Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Fairfax, South Carolina | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Louisville, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Augusta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Augusta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Heart And Vascular Associates Of Augusta P.C
| Heart And Vascular Associates Of Augusta P.C | 3 |
- Penn Teck Diagnostics Inc
| Penn Teck Diagnostics Inc | |
Practice Locations
820 St Sebastian Way
Augusta, GA 30901-2636
Phone: (706) 722-1249
Phone 2: (706) 724-0333
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
820 St. Sebastian Way
Suite 2a
Augusta, GA 30901
Phone: (706) 722-1249
Fax: (706) 722-1947
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
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Dr. Weems Pennington [NPI: 1366541187]Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)