Dr. Catherine L Akay
Surgical Oncology in Houston, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 21+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Catherine L Akay, MD, is a Surgical Oncology specialist in Houston, Texas. She attended and graduated from St. Louis College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 2003, having over 21 years of diverse experience, especially in Surgical Oncology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, University Of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Centerthe. Dr. Catherine L Akay also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Physicians Referral Service. Dr. Catherine L Akay accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (713) 792-6161 to request Dr. Catherine L Akay the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Catherine L Akay |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
1658405030 |
| 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
- Surgical Oncology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 21 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. Catherine L Akay attended and graduated from St. Louis College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 2003.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1669702767
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2010
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
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. Catherine L Akay
Medical Licenses
Dr. Catherine L Akay has been primarily specialized in Surgery for over 21 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| M3300 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Katy, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Physicians Referral Service
| Physicians Referral Service | 1847 |
Practice Locations
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030-4000
Phone: (713) 792-6161
Phone 2: (713) 792-6127
Phone 3: (713) 792-6313
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
6655 Travis St
Houston, TX 77030-1316
Phone: (713) 563-2772
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
Tuesday, March 26, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
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