Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 54+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso, MD,PA, is a Nephrology specialist in Houston, Texas. He attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1970, having over 54 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hermann Hospital System. Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Southwest Nephrology Associates, Llp. Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso at 7777 Southwest Fwy to request Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 7777 Southwest Fwy
Houston, TX 77074-1896
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Carmelo C Dichoso
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0042369969
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

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 54 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.
  • Physician Assistant (PA)
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    Physician Assistant
    Physician assistant, practice medicine on a team under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They are formally educated to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1970.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1902804404
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, July 8, 2005
  • NPI Deactivation Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2006
  • NPI Reactivation Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, June 23, 2008

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not 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 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. Carmelo C Dichoso

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Carmelo C Dichoso has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 54 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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Southwest Nephrology Associates, Llp


Practice Locations

7777 Southwest Fwy
Houston, TX 77074-1896
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


7777 SW Freeway
Suite 736
Houston, TX 77074-1896

Phone: (713) 270-4545
Fax: (713) 270-9197
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, November 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, June 23, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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