Dr. Jay Shankar
Nephrology in Barstow, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 50+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Jay Shankar, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Barstow, California. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1974, having over 50 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Barstow Community Hospital, Bear Valley Community Hospital, Desert Valley Hospital, St Mary Medical Center, Victor Valley Global Medical Center. Dr. Jay Shankar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including High Desert Nephrology Medical Association. Dr. Jay Shankar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (760) 256-3918 to request Dr. Jay Shankar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Jay Shankar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9638113210 |
| 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
- Nephrology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 50 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. Jay Shankar graduated from medical school in 1974.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1164431318
- NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, August 5, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, April 13, 2011
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. Jay Shankar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Jay Shankar has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 50 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology
click for detail Nephrology An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
| A40224 | California |
- 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.
| A40224 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Barstow, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Bear Valley Community Hospital | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Victorville, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Apple Valley, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Victorville, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- High Desert Nephrology Medical Association
| High Desert Nephrology Medical Association | 4 |
Practice Locations
655 S 7th Ave
Barstow, CA 92311-3001
Phone: (760) 256-3918
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
Wednesday, April 13, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Jay Shankar [NPI: 1164431318]Nephrology, Internal Medicine