Dr. Desmond E Smith
Internal Medicine in Eureka, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 45+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Desmond E Smith, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Eureka, California. He attended and graduated from Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of City University Of New York in 1979, having over 45 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Oroville Hospital, St Francis-Downtown, St Joseph Hospital. Dr. Desmond E Smith also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Open Door Community Health Centers. Dr. Desmond E Smith does not accept Medicare Assignment. Call (864) 552-0275 to request Dr. Desmond E Smith the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Desmond E Smith |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1355237280 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does not accept Medicare assignment. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 45 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. Desmond E Smith attended and graduated from Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of City University Of New York in 1979.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1659391027
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 20, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, October 5, 2015
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 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. Desmond E Smith
Medical Licenses
Dr. Desmond E Smith has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 45 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail 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.
| G130954 | California |
- Clinic/Center / Medical Specialty
click for detail Medical Specialty An entity, facility, or distinct part of a facility providing diagnostic, treatment, and prescriptive services related to a specific area of medical specialization. Frequently used for Title V related Children's Specialty services or to meet specific public health needs (e.g., infectious diseases or breast and cervical cancer).
| 13551 | South Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Oroville, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Greenville, South Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Eureka, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Open Door Community Health Centers
| Open Door Community Health Centers | 58 |
Practice Locations
2200 Tydd St
Eureka, CA 95501
Phone: (864) 552-0275
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, December 17, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, October 5, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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