Dr. William M Watkins
Ophthalmology in Jackson, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 16+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. William M Watkins Jr., MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Jackson, Mississippi. He attended and graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including University Of Mississippi Med Center. Dr. William M Watkins also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including State Of Mississippi-University Of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. William M Watkins accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (601) 984-5017 to request Dr. William M Watkins the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
William M Watkins Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0244465003 |
| 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
- Ophthalmology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 16 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. William M Watkins attended and graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2008.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1962631788
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2009
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, June 18, 2015
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. William M Watkins
Medical Licenses
Dr. William M Watkins has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 16 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
click for detail Ophthalmology An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
| 22666 | Mississippi |
- 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.
| AU5009697-1595 | Mississippi |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Jackson, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- State Of Mississippi-University Of Mississippi Medical Center
| State Of Mississippi-University Of Mississippi Medical Center | 788 |
Practice Locations
2500 N State St
Jackson, MS 39216-4500
Phone: (601) 984-5017
Phone 2: (601) 898-4404
Fax: (601) 984-5042
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
Thursday, June 18, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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