Dr. Christopher W Uggen
Orthopedic Surgery in Kalamazoo, Michigan
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Christopher W Uggen, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgery specialist in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Borgess Medical Center, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Three Rivers Health. Dr. Christopher W Uggen accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (269) 343-1535 to request Dr. Christopher W Uggen the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Christopher W Uggen |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1759459159 |
| 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
- Orthopedic Surgery (primary specialty)
- Sports Medicine
Experience
- Over 22 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. Christopher W Uggen attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1205032679
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, June 22, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, January 8, 2009
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 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. Christopher W Uggen
Medical Licenses
Dr. Christopher W Uggen has been primarily specialized in Orthopaedic Surgery for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
| 4301093248 | Michigan |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine
click for detail Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine Definition to come.
| A99926 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Kalamazoo, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Kalamazoo, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Three Rivers, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Practice Locations
2490 S 11th St
Ste 201
Kalamazoo, MI 49009-2175
Phone: (269) 343-1535
Fax: (269) 343-0418
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, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, January 8, 2009. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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