Dr. Tessa R Fischer

Family Practice in Chicago, Illinois

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
50+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Tessa R Fischer, MD, is a Family Practice specialist in Chicago, Illinois. She attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 1975, having over 50 years of diverse experience, especially in Family Practice. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Evanston Hospital, Presence Saint Francis Hospital, Swedish Covenant Hospital. Dr. Tessa R Fischer also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Presence Healthcare Services. Dr. Tessa R Fischer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (773) 661-5800 to request Dr. Tessa R Fischer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

2845 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60657-7227

(773) 661-5800

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Basics

Full Name	Tessa R Fischer
Gender	Female
PECOS ID	2668366220
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

Family Practice (primary specialty)
Geriatric Medicine

Experience

Over 50 years of diverse experience

Credentials

Medical Doctor (MD)
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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. Tessa R Fischer attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 1975.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1730247859
NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, December 4, 2006
NPPES Last Update: Thursday, October 11, 2012

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. Tessa R Fischer

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Tessa R Fischer has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 50 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
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.	036053924	Illinois

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Evanston Hospital	Evanston, Illinois	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Presence Saint Francis Hospital	Evanston, Illinois	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Church
Swedish Covenant Hospital	Chicago, Illinois	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Church

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
Presence Healthcare Services	Presence Healthcare Services	344

Practice Locations

2845 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60657-7227
Phone: (773) 661-5800
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