Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz

Hospice/Palliative Care in Charlottesville, Virginia

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
40+ YEARS EXP

share on

Overview

Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz, MD, is a Hospice/Palliative Care specialist in Charlottesville, Virginia. She attended and graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry in 1985, having over 40 years of diverse experience, especially in Hospice/Palliative Care. She is affiliated with many hospitals including University Of Virginia Medical Center. Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Virginia Physicians Group. Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (434) 924-9333 to request Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

1240 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22903-0001

(434) 924-9333

(434) 243-9282

Map and Directions

Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name	Kathleen M Schwarz
Gender	Female
PECOS ID	0446152821
Sole Proprietor	No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment	She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

Hospice/Palliative Care (primary specialty)
Internal Medicine

Experience

Over 40 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. Kathleen M Schwarz attended and graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry in 1985.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1992780324
NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, December 8, 2005
NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Quality Reporting

eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Kathleen M Schwarz

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Kathleen M Schwarz has been primarily specialized in Hospice and Palliative Medicine for over 40 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Internal Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.	0101039769	Virginia
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.	010317	Maine

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
University Of Virginia Medical Center	Charlottesville, Virginia	Acute Care Hospitals	Government - State

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
University Of Virginia Physicians Group	University Of Virginia Physicians Group	1008

Practice Locations

1240 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22903-0001
Phone: (434) 924-9333
Fax: (434) 243-9282
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