Dr. Jerry Wacks
Psychiatry in Lexington, Massachusetts
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 60+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Jerry Wacks, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Lexington, Massachusetts. He attended and graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center in 1964, having over 60 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. Dr. Jerry Wacks also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Jerry Wacks, Md. Dr. Jerry Wacks accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (781) 861-6767 to request Dr. Jerry Wacks the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Jerry Wacks |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2264528785 |
| 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
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
- Neurology
Experience
- Over 60 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. Jerry Wacks attended and graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center in 1964.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1699827881
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, July 8, 2007
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. Jerry Wacks
Medical Licenses
Dr. Jerry Wacks has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 60 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 28783 | Massachusetts |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Jerry Wacks, Md | |
Practice Locations
35 Bedford St
Suite 1
Lexington, MA 02421-4438
Phone: (781) 861-6767
Fax: (781) 861-6953
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
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, July 8, 2007. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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