Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards
Diagnostic Radiology in Ladysmith, Wisconsin
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 47+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards Jr., MD, is a Diagnostic Radiology specialist in Ladysmith, Wisconsin. He attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1977, having over 47 years of diverse experience, especially in Diagnostic Radiology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Rusk County Mem Hospital, Memorial Medical Ctr, Moundview Mem Hospital And Clinics, Sacred Heart Hospital, St Josephs Hospital. Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Medical X-Ray Consultants, Ltd. Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards at 900 W College Ave to request Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Merle Thomas Edwards Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6901710052 |
| 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
- Diagnostic Radiology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 47 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. Merle Thomas Edwards attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1977.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1740236637
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, May 25, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, March 16, 2011
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. Merle Thomas Edwards
Medical Licenses
Dr. Merle Thomas Edwards has been primarily specialized in Diagnostic Radiology for over 47 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology
click for detail Diagnostic Radiology A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Body Imaging
click for detail Body Imaging A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Body Imaging
click for detail Body Imaging A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Neuroradiology
click for detail Neuroradiology A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Neuroradiology
click for detail Neuroradiology A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Nuclear Radiology
click for detail Nuclear Radiology A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Nuclear Radiology
click for detail Nuclear Radiology A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Pediatric Radiology
click for detail Pediatric Radiology A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Pediatric Radiology
click for detail Pediatric Radiology A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology
click for detail Diagnostic Radiology A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Vascular & Interventional Radiology
click for detail Vascular & Interventional Radiology A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Vascular & Interventional Radiology
click for detail Vascular & Interventional Radiology A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Radiological Physics
click for detail Radiological Physics A radiological physicist deals with the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of roentgen rays, gamma rays from sealed sources, ultrasonic radiation and radio-frequency radiation, as well as the equipment associated with their production and use, including radiation safety.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Ultrasound
click for detail Diagnostic Ultrasound A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Diagnostic Ultrasound.
| 45966 | Minnesota |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Ultrasound
click for detail Diagnostic Ultrasound A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Diagnostic Ultrasound.
| 23030 | Wisconsin |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Ladysmith, Wisconsin | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Neillsville, Wisconsin | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Friendship, Wisconsin | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Eau Claire, Wisconsin | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Chippewa Valley Vein Center
| Medical X-Ray Consultants, Ltd | 11 |
Practice Locations
900 W College Ave
Ladysmith, WI 54848-2116
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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