Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte
Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 49+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte, MD, is a Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) specialist in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1975, having over 49 years of diverse experience, especially in Colorectal Surgery (Proctology). Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Pittsburgh Vein Center, Llc. Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte at 20475 Route to request Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Mario T Plaza-Ponte |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
9335036011 |
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
- Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 49 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. Mario T Plaza-Ponte graduated from medical school in 1975.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1043249683
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 3, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, November 21, 2008
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 not 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. Mario T Plaza-Ponte
Medical Licenses
Dr. Mario T Plaza-Ponte has been primarily specialized in Phlebology for over 49 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Phlebology
click for detail Phlebology Phlebology is the medical discipline that involves the diagnosis and treatment of venous disorders, including spider veins, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, congenital venous abnormalities, venous thromboembolism and other disorders of venous origin. A phlebologist has attained a minimum of 50 hours of CME units in phlebology-related courses, and is knowledgeable of and trained in a variety of diagnostic techniques including physical examination, venous imaging techniques such as duplex ultrasound, CT and MR, plethysmographic techniques and laboratory evaluation related to venous thromboembolism. The phlebologist is also trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions, which may include compression, sclerotherapy, cutaneous vascular laser, endovenous thermoablation procedures (laser and radiofrequency) endovenous chemical ablation, surgical procedures (e.g., ambulatory phlebectomy, venous ligation), vasoactive medications and the management of venous thromboembolism.
| MD028210E | Pennsylvania |
- 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.
| MD028210E | Pennsylvania |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Pittsburgh Vein Center, Llc
| Pittsburgh Vein Center, Llc | 1 |
Practice Locations
20475 Route
Cranberry Township, PA 16066-7529
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, April 3, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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