Dr. William W Lecates
Nephrology in Cooperstown, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 27+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. William W Lecates, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Cooperstown, New York. He attended and graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1997, having over 27 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital, O'connor Hospital. Dr. William W Lecates also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital. Dr. William W Lecates may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (607) 547-3282 to request Dr. William W Lecates the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
William W Lecates |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6406996230 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Nephrology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 27 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. William W Lecates attended and graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1997.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1538125117
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, April 24, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, September 25, 2008
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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. William W Lecates
Medical Licenses
Dr. William W Lecates has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 27 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology
click for detail Nephrology An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
| 227339 | New York |
- 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.
| 227339 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Cobleskill, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Little Falls, New York | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Cooperstown, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Delhi, New York | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital
| Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital | 417 |
Practice Locations
1 Atwell Rd
Cooperstown, NY 13326-1301
Phone: (607) 547-3282
Fax: (607) 547-6989
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, September 18, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, September 25, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. William W Lecates [NPI: 1538125117]Nephrology, Internal Medicine