Dr. Teresa K Lightner
Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 39+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Teresa K Lightner, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Harlingen, Texas. She attended and graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Harlingen Medical Center. Dr. Teresa K Lightner also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Valley Emergency Physicians. Dr. Teresa K Lightner accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (956) 425-7200 to request Dr. Teresa K Lightner the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Teresa K Lightner |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
7315044930 |
| 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 39 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. Teresa K Lightner attended and graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1578553194
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 25, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, July 8, 2007
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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EHR - She 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 - 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.
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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. Teresa K Lightner
Medical Licenses
Dr. Teresa K Lightner has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 39 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.
| J1295 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Harlingen, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Valley Emergency Physicians
| Valley Emergency Physicians | 8 |
Practice Locations
2200 Haine Dr
Harlingen, TX 78550-8549
Phone: (956) 425-7200
Fax: (956) 421-5220
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
5501 Us Hwy 77 Emergency Dept
Harlingen, TX 78550-3213
Phone: (956) 365-1000
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 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, July 8, 2007. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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