Dr. Larry Lynn Shears
Thoracic Surgery in Chattanooga, Tennessee
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 34+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Larry Lynn Shears II, MD, is a Thoracic Surgery specialist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He attended and graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1991, having over 34 years of diverse experience, especially in Thoracic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including , Erlanger Medical Center, Hamilton Medical Center, Skyridge Medical Center, York Hospital. Dr. Larry Lynn Shears also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority. Dr. Larry Lynn Shears accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (423) 778-5661 to request Dr. Larry Lynn Shears the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Larry Lynn Shears II |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9931178027 |
| 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
- Thoracic Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 34 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. Larry Lynn Shears attended and graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1991.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1922035864
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, September 29, 2016
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. Larry Lynn Shears
Medical Licenses
Dr. Larry Lynn Shears has been primarily specialized in Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) for over 34 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| 55005 | Tennessee |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| 55005 | Tennessee |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Chattanooga, Tennessee | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Dalton, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Cleveland, Tennessee | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| York, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority
| Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority | 315 |
Practice Locations
979 E 3rd St
Suite C520
Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136
Phone: (423) 778-5661
Fax: (423) 778-5664
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
975 E 3rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37403-2147
Phone: (423) 266-1499
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
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, September 29, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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