Dr. Stephen Gould
Orthopedic Surgery in Bessemer, Alabama
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 15+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Stephen Gould, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgery specialist in Bessemer, Alabama. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2009, having over 15 years of diverse experience, especially in Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Medical West An Affiliate Of Uab Health System, University Of Alabama Hospital. Dr. Stephen Gould also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including The Health Care Authority For Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health. Dr. Stephen Gould accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (205) 481-7000 to request Dr. Stephen Gould the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Stephen Gould |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6305068693 |
| 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
- Orthopedic Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 15 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. Stephen Gould graduated from medical school in 2009.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1063656858
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, April 24, 2009
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, November 12, 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 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. Stephen Gould
Medical Licenses
Dr. Stephen Gould has been primarily specialized in Sports Medicine for over 15 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Sports Medicine
click for detail Sports Medicine An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
| 33338 | Alabama |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Bessemer, Alabama | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Birmingham, Alabama | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- The Health Care Authority For Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health
| The Health Care Authority For Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health | 58 |
Practice Locations
995 9th Ave SW
Bessemer, AL 35022-4527
Phone: (205) 481-7000
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
985 9th Ave SW
Bessemer, AL 35022-4527
Phone: (205) 481-8620
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
Thursday, November 12, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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