Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 31+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Gadsden, Alabama. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1993, having over 31 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Cherokee Medical Center, Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Trinity Medical Center, Marshall Medical Center South, Riverview Regional Medical Center. Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Nephrology Medical Associates Of Georgia, Llc. Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (303) 876-7243 to request Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 300 Medical Center Dr
102
Gadsden, AL 35903-1157

Phone 1: (303) 876-7243
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Elizabeth Lay Chua
Gender Female
PECOS ID 2961300777
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 31 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. Elizabeth Lay Chua graduated from medical school in 1993.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1134117872
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, October 6, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 9, 2015

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 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. Elizabeth Lay Chua

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Elizabeth Lay Chua has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 31 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
  • 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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Nephrology Medical Associates Of Georgia, Llc


Practice Locations

300 Medical Center Dr
102
Gadsden, AL 35903-1157

Phone: (303) 876-7243
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


300 Medical Ctr Dr
Gadsden, AL 35903-1139
Phone: (256) 492-7965
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 19, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, February 9, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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