Dr. J R Tucker

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 18+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. J R Tucker, DMD, is the Oral Surgery specialist in Charleston, South Carolina. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2006, having over 18 years of diverse experience, especially in Oral Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Musc Medical Center. Dr. J R Tucker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Medical Associates. Dr. J R Tucker accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (843) 792-1414 to request Dr. J R Tucker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425-8908

Phone 1: (843) 792-1414


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name J R Tucker
Gender Male
PECOS ID 6305155706
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

  • Oral Surgery (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 18 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
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    Doctor of Dental Medicine
    The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) are the same degrees. They are awarded upon graduation from dental school to become a General Dentist. The majority of dental schools award the DDS degree; however, some award a DMD degree. The education and degrees are, in substance, the same.

Education and Training

  • Dr. J R Tucker graduated from medical school in 2006.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1659454155
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, October 20, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, August 17, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. J R Tucker

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. J R Tucker has been primarily specialized in Prosthodontics for over 18 years of experience.
  • Dentist / Prosthodontics
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    Prosthodontics
    That branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral functions, comfort, appearance and health of the patient by the restoration of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and contiguous oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.
  • Dentist / General Practice
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    General Practice
    A general dentist is the primary dental care provider for patients of all ages. The general dentist is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of services related to patients' oral health needs.
  • Dentist / Prosthodontics
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    Prosthodontics
    That branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral functions, comfort, appearance and health of the patient by the restoration of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and contiguous oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • University Medical Associates


Practice Locations

171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425-8908
Phone: (843) 792-1414
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 Monday, August 17, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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