Dr. Fernando Garcia
Internal Medicine in Corpus Christi, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 28+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Fernando Garcia, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Corpus Christi, Texas. He attended and graduated from Pulte Medical College - Nlg in 1996, having over 28 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Christus Spohn Hospital Alice, Christus Spohn Hospital Beeville, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi, Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg, Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc. Dr. Fernando Garcia also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Garcias' Family Health Group. Dr. Fernando Garcia accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (361) 883-5419 to request Dr. Fernando Garcia the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Fernando Garcia |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6507919263 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 28 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. Fernando Garcia attended and graduated from Pulte Medical College - Nlg in 1996.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1164539508
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2006
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. Fernando Garcia
Medical Licenses
Dr. Fernando Garcia has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 28 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.
| L0192 | Texas |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Pediatrics
click for detail Pediatrics A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
| L0192 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Alice, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Beeville, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Corpus Christi, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Kingsville, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Harlingen, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Garcias' Family Health Group
| Garcias' Family Health Group | |
Practice Locations
1521 S Staples St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404-3166
Phone: (361) 883-5419
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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