Dr. Ali Safdar
Psychiatry in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 52+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Ali Safdar, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1972, having over 52 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center, St Lukes Hospital. Dr. Ali Safdar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Abbe Center For Community Mental Health Inc, Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Ali Safdar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (319) 369-4777 to request Dr. Ali Safdar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Ali Safdar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5890824379 |
| 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
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 52 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. Ali Safdar graduated from medical school in 1972.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1043211303
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, October 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 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. Ali Safdar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Ali Safdar has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 52 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 20837 | Iowa |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Chicago, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Abbe Center For Community Mental Health Inc
| Abbe Center For Community Mental Health Inc | 34 |
| Mercy Medical Center | 91 |
Practice Locations
701 10th St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403-1251
Phone: (319) 369-4777
Phone 2: (319) 832-2328
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
520 11th St NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-3811
Phone: (319) 398-3562
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, October 13, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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