Dr. Carlos Encarnacion

Hematology/Oncology in Houston, Texas

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
38+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Carlos Encarnacion, MD, is a Hematology/Oncology specialist in Houston, Texas. He attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1986, having over 38 years of diverse experience, especially in Hematology/Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center, Parkview Regional Hospital, Providence Health Center, Goodall Witcher Hospital. Dr. Carlos Encarnacion also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Texas Oncology Pa. Dr. Carlos Encarnacion may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Carlos Encarnacion at 11914 Astoria Blvd to request Dr. Carlos Encarnacion the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

11914 Astoria Blvd
Houston, TX 77089

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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name	Carlos Encarnacion
Gender	Male
PECOS ID	7810905163
Sole Proprietor	No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment	He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

Hematology/Oncology (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 38 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. Carlos Encarnacion attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1245273838
NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2006
NPPES Last Update: Monday, July 14, 2008

Quality Reporting

eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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.
EHR - He 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 - 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. Carlos Encarnacion

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Carlos Encarnacion has been primarily specialized in Medical Oncology for over 38 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Internal Medicine / Medical Oncology click for detail Medical Oncology An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.	H8922	Texas

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center	Waco, Texas	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private
Parkview Regional Hospital	Mexia, Texas	Acute Care Hospitals	Proprietary
Providence Health Center	Waco, Texas	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private
Goodall Witcher Hospital	Clifton, Texas	Acute Care Hospitals	Government - Hospital District Or Authority

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
Texas Oncology Pa	Texas Oncology Pa	430

Practice Locations

11914 Astoria Blvd
Houston, TX 77089
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