Dr. Charles F Von Gunten
Hospice/Palliative Care in Columbus, Ohio
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 36+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Charles F Von Gunten, MD, is a Hospice/Palliative Care specialist in Columbus, Ohio. He attended and graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Hospice/Palliative Care. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Riverside Methodist Hospital. Dr. Charles F Von Gunten also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Ohiohealth Corporation. Dr. Charles F Von Gunten accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (614) 533-6001 to request Dr. Charles F Von Gunten the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Charles F Von Gunten |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2466592852 |
| 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
- Hospice/Palliative Care (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 36 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. Charles F Von Gunten attended and graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1215003843
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, November 27, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, May 20, 2013
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. Charles F Von Gunten
Medical Licenses
Dr. Charles F Von Gunten has been primarily specialized in Hospice and Palliative Medicine for over 36 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.
| 35120813 | Ohio |
- Internal Medicine / Medical Oncology
click for detail Medical Oncology An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
| 35120813 | Ohio |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / General Practice
| G85243 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Columbus, Ohio | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Ohiohealth Corporation | 964 |
Practice Locations
800 Mcconnell Rd
Columbus, OH 43214-3463
Phone: (614) 533-6001
Fax: (614) 533-6200
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, February 24, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, May 20, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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