Dr. Charles Willekes
Thoracic Surgery in Kentwood, Michigan
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 33+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Charles Willekes, MD, is a Thoracic Surgery specialist in Kentwood, Michigan. He attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in Thoracic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Holland Community Hospital, Spectrum Health - Butterworth Campus, Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital, Spectrum Health - Reed City Campus, Spectrum Health United Memorial - United Campus. Dr. Charles Willekes also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners. Dr. Charles Willekes accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (616) 391-5600 to request Dr. Charles Willekes the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Charles Willekes |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2567596521 |
| 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
- Thoracic Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 33 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. Charles Willekes attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1991.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1801868583
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, February 6, 2006
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. Charles Willekes
Medical Licenses
Dr. Charles Willekes has been primarily specialized in Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) for over 33 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| 4301072489 | Michigan |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| 37773-020 | Wisconsin |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| 25MA06019300 | New Jersey |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Holland, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Grand Rapids, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Big Rapids, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Reed City, Michigan | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Greenville, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners
| Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners | 1121 |
Practice Locations
4444 Kalamazoo Seave
Kentwood, MI 49508-4600
Phone: (616) 391-5600
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
4444 Kalamazoo SE Ave
Kentwood, MI 49508-4600
Phone: (616) 391-3302
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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