Dr. Atul Sharma
Ophthalmology in Decatur, Georgia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Atul Sharma, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Decatur, Georgia. He attended and graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Northside Hospital. Dr. Atul Sharma also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Georgia Retina, Pc. Dr. Atul Sharma accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (404) 299-5209 to request Dr. Atul Sharma the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Atul Sharma |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
1557258316 |
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
- Ophthalmology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 26 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. Atul Sharma attended and graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1104829241
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 23, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, February 12, 2010
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. Atul Sharma
Medical Licenses
Dr. Atul Sharma has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 26 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
click for detail Ophthalmology An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
| 054123 | Georgia |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Atlanta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Georgia Retina, Pc | 13 |
Practice Locations
465 Winn Way
Decatur, GA 30030-1721
Phone: (404) 299-5209
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
Thursday, January 5, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Friday, February 12, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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