Dr. Victor John Hirsch
Medical Oncology in Huntsville, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 48+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Victor John Hirsch Jr., MD, is a Medical Oncology specialist in Huntsville, Texas. He attended and graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1976, having over 48 years of diverse experience, especially in Medical Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Brownwood Regional Medical Center, Hendrick Medical Center. Dr. Victor John Hirsch also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Regional Employee Assistance Program Inc. Dr. Victor John Hirsch accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (979) 696-2422 to request Dr. Victor John Hirsch the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Victor John Hirsch Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1759376320 |
| 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
- Medical Oncology (primary specialty)
- Hospice/Palliative Care
Experience
- Over 48 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. Victor John Hirsch attended and graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1976.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1720089931
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Victor John Hirsch
Medical Licenses
Dr. Victor John Hirsch has been primarily specialized in Hematology & Oncology for over 48 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
click for detail Hematology & Oncology An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
| F0513 | Texas |
- Internal Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
| F0513 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Brownwood, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Abilene, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Regional Employee Assistance Program Inc
| Regional Employee Assistance Program Inc | 168 |
Practice Locations
2804 Lake Rd
Huntsville, TX 77340-5626
Phone: (979) 696-2422
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
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Thursday, December 1, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, April 9, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Victor John Hirsch [NPI: 1720089931]Medical Oncology, Hospice/Palliative Care