Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar
Psychiatry in Dunkirk, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 50+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar, MD,PHD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Dunkirk, New York. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1974, having over 50 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Fort Defiance Indian Hospital. Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (716) 363-3550 to request Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Vasu Krishnakumar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
4789699422 |
| 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
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 50 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.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.
Education and Training
- Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar graduated from medical school in 1974.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1932224763
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, June 12, 2013
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. Vasu Krishnakumar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Vasu Krishnakumar has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 50 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 144582 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Fort Defiance, Arizona | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Federal |
Practice Locations
319 Central Ave
Dunkirk, NY 14048-2137
Phone: (716) 363-3550
Fax: (716) 753-4230
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, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, June 12, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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