Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 17+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance, MD, is a Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) specialist in Gardendale, Alabama. He attended and graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2007, having over 17 years of diverse experience, especially in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Brookwood Medical Center, Citizens Baptist Medical Center, Northwest Medical Center, Coosa Valley Medical Center. Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Cardiovascular Consultants Of Alabama, P.C.. Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance at 2217 Decatur Hwy to request Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2217 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071-2301
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Benjamin R Plaisance
Gender Male
PECOS ID 6103067152
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns 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

  • Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 17 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. Benjamin R Plaisance attended and graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2007.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1992905897
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 19, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Benjamin R Plaisance

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Benjamin R Plaisance has been primarily specialized in Cardiovascular Disease for over 17 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
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    Cardiovascular Disease
    An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
  • 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.
  • Student, Health Care / Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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    Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
    An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Cardiovascular Consultants Of Alabama, P.C.


Practice Locations

2217 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071-2301
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, November 6, 2015, 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 Update Data guide.

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