Dr. Joseph A Kwentus
Neuropsychiatry in Jackson, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 52+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Joseph A Kwentus, MD, is a Neuropsychiatry specialist in Jackson, Mississippi. He attended and graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 1972, having over 52 years of diverse experience, especially in Neuropsychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Central Mississippi Medical Center, River Region Health System. Dr. Joseph A Kwentus also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Medical Foundation Of Central Mississippi Inc. Dr. Joseph A Kwentus accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (601) 292-4261 to request Dr. Joseph A Kwentus the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Joseph A Kwentus |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3678567245 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own 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
- Neuropsychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 52 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. Joseph A Kwentus attended and graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 1972.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1477582096
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 3, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, August 8, 2012
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 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.
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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. Joseph A Kwentus
Medical Licenses
Dr. Joseph A Kwentus has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 52 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 17834 | Mississippi |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Addiction Medicine
click for detail Addiction Medicine A doctor of osteopathy board eligible/certified in the field of Psychiatry by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry is able to obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine
| 17834 | Mississippi |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Forensic Psychiatry
click for detail Forensic Psychiatry Forensic Psychiatry is a subspecialty with psychiatric focus on interrelationships with civil, criminal and administrative law, evaluation and specialized treatment of individuals involved with the legal system, incarcerated in jails, prisons, and forensic psychiatry hospitals.
| 17834 | Mississippi |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Neurology
click for detail Neurology A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
| 17834 | Mississippi |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Geriatric Psychiatry
click for detail Geriatric Psychiatry Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty with psychiatric expertise in prevention, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in the elderly, and improvement of psychiatric care for healthy and ill elderly patients.
| 17834 | Mississippi |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Jackson, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Vicksburg, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Medical Foundation Of Central Mississippi Inc
| Medical Foundation Of Central Mississippi Inc | 178 |
Practice Locations
1225 N State St
Jackson, MS 39202-2064
Phone: (601) 292-4261
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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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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