Dr. Asif Cochinwala
Rheumatology in Cypress, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 35+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Asif Cochinwala, MD, is a Rheumatology specialist in Cypress, Texas. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1989, having over 35 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, North Cypress Medical Center. Dr. Asif Cochinwala also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Asif Cochinwala, Md, P.A. Dr. Asif Cochinwala accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (832) 237-0400 to request Dr. Asif Cochinwala the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Asif Cochinwala |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
7315087152 |
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
- Rheumatology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 35 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. Asif Cochinwala graduated from medical school in 1989.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1245212521
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, November 14, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, July 8, 2007
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 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. Asif Cochinwala
Medical Licenses
Dr. Asif Cochinwala has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 35 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
click for detail Rheumatology An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
| J3681 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Cypress, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Physician |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Asif Cochinwala, Md, P.A | |
Practice Locations
21212 Northwest Fwy
Cypress, TX 77429-5890
Phone: (832) 237-0400
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, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, July 8, 2007. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
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Dr. Asif Cochinwala [NPI: 1245212521]Rheumatology, Internal Medicine