Dr. Kristina A Sterling
Internal Medicine in Joplin, Missouri
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 28+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kristina A Sterling, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Joplin, Missouri. She attended and graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1996, having over 28 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Freeman Health System - Freeman West. Dr. Kristina A Sterling also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Freeman-Oakhill Health System. Dr. Kristina A Sterling accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (417) 347-4570 to request Dr. Kristina A Sterling the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kristina A Sterling |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3476449331 |
| 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Emergency Medicine
Experience
- Over 28 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. Kristina A Sterling attended and graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1996.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1881653962
- NPI Enumeration Date: Sunday, March 19, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, April 4, 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 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. Kristina A Sterling
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kristina A Sterling has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 28 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 2003012658 | Missouri |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
click for detail Hospitalist Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
| 2003012658 | Missouri |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Joplin, Missouri | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Freeman-Oakhill Health System
| Freeman-Oakhill Health System | 235 |
Practice Locations
1102 W 32nd St
Joplin, MO 64804-3503
Phone: (417) 347-4570
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
3202 Mcintosh Cir
Joplin, MO 64804-3686
Phone: (714) 291-6700
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, August 4, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, April 4, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Kristina A Sterling [NPI: 1881653962]Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine