Dr. Karen M Prestwood

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 39+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Karen M Prestwood, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Danbury, Connecticut. She attended and graduated from Hahnemann University College Of Medicine in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Berkshire Medical Center Inc, Fairview Hospital, Norwalk Hospital Association. Dr. Karen M Prestwood also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Fairfield County Medical Services Inc. Dr. Karen M Prestwood may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Karen M Prestwood at 24 Hospital Ave to request Dr. Karen M Prestwood the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 24 Hospital Ave
Danbury, CT 06810-6099
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Karen M Prestwood
Gender Female
PECOS ID 9830259738
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She maybe 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)
  • Geriatric Medicine

Experience

  • Over 39 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Karen M Prestwood attended and graduated from Hahnemann University College Of Medicine in 1985.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1396800793
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She 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.
  • EHR - She 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.
  • MHI - She 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.
  • MOC - She 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. Karen M Prestwood

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Karen M Prestwood has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 39 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.
  • Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
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    Geriatric Medicine
    An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Norwalk Hospital Physicians And Surgeons


Practice Locations

24 Hospital Ave
Danbury, CT 06810-6099
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


111 Osborne St
Danbury, CT 06810-6000
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, July 31, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, February 2, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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