Dr. Carlos J Edwards
Physician Assistant in Long Beach, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 30+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Carlos J Edwards, MD, is a Physician Assistant specialist in Long Beach, California. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1994, having over 30 years of diverse experience, especially in Physician Assistant. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Carlos J Edwards also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group. Dr. Carlos J Edwards accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (562) 424-6666 to request Dr. Carlos J Edwards the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Carlos J Edwards |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3870751324 |
| 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
- Physician Assistant (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 30 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. Carlos J Edwards graduated from medical school in 1994.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1881752392
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, December 5, 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 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. Carlos J Edwards
Medical Licenses
Dr. Carlos J Edwards has been primarily specialized in Physician Assistant for over 30 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers / Physician Assistant
click for detail Physician Assistant A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
| PA13475 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Long Beach, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group
| Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group | 19 |
Practice Locations
2760 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806-2755
Phone: (562) 424-6666
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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