Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka
Podiatry in Lexington, Kentucky
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 16+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka, DPM, is a Podiatry specialist in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended and graduated from Barry University School Podiatric Medicine in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Podiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Fleming County Hospital, Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Hospital. Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (859) 278-8855 to request Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Joseph Edmund Skurka |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
2567632201 |
Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns 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
- Podiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 16 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
help Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot disorders, diseases and injuries. A DPM makes independent judgments and performs or orders all necessary diagnostic tests. They perform surgery; administer medications, including DEA-restricted medications; and prescribe physical therapy regimens.
Education and Training
- Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka attended and graduated from Barry University School Podiatric Medicine in 2008.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1013152677
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, December 11, 2008
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, November 25, 2013
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 not 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. Joseph Edmund Skurka
Medical Licenses
Dr. Joseph Edmund Skurka has been primarily specialized in Foot & Ankle Surgery for over 16 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Podiatrist / Foot & Ankle Surgery
| 0374 | Kentucky |
- Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers / Podiatrist
click for detail Podiatrist A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
| 00374 | Kentucky |
- Podiatrist / Foot & Ankle Surgery
| 59 000258 | Ohio |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Flemingsburg, Kentucky | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Lexington, Kentucky | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Lexington, Kentucky | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Practice Locations
1401 Harrodsburg Rd
Suite C115
Lexington, KY 40504-3751
Phone: (859) 278-8855
Fax: (859) 278-8856
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
Monday, November 25, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
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