Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent
Pulmonary Disease in Lubbock, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 53+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent, MD, is a Pulmonary Disease specialist in Lubbock, Texas. He attended and graduated from Washington University School Of Medicine in 1971, having over 53 years of diverse experience, especially in Pulmonary Disease. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Carlsbad Medical Center, University Medical Center. Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock. Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (806) 743-3150 to request Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kenneth Michael Nugent |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0840347514 |
| 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
- Pulmonary Disease (primary specialty)
- Critical Care (Intensivists)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 53 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. Kenneth Michael Nugent attended and graduated from Washington University School Of Medicine in 1971.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1417946567
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, October 20, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, March 10, 2016
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. Kenneth Michael Nugent
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent has been primarily specialized in Pulmonary Disease for over 53 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
click for detail Pulmonary Disease An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
| G7699 | Texas |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| G7699 | Texas |
- Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
click for detail Critical Care Medicine An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
| G7699 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Carlsbad, New Mexico | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Lubbock, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock | 254 |
Practice Locations
3601 4th St
Lubbock, TX 79415-9436
Phone: (806) 743-3150
Phone 2: (806) 743-2475
Fax: (806) 743-3168
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
Thursday, March 10, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Kenneth Michael Nugent [NPI: 1417946567]Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care (Intensivists), Internal Medicine