Dr. Darrel J Saldanha
Pain Management in Merrillville, Indiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 15+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Darrel J Saldanha, MD, is a Pain Management specialist in Merrillville, Indiana. He attended and graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago Health Science Center in 2009, having over 15 years of diverse experience, especially in Pain Management. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Macneal Hospital, Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Darrel J Saldanha also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Midwest Anesthesia And Pain Specialists Sc. Dr. Darrel J Saldanha accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (773) 767-2225 to request Dr. Darrel J Saldanha the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Darrel J Saldanha |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8224275615 |
| 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
- Pain Management (primary specialty)
- Anesthesiology
Experience
- Over 15 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. Darrel J Saldanha attended and graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago Health Science Center in 2009.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1225272875
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, April 27, 2009
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. Darrel J Saldanha
Medical Licenses
Dr. Darrel J Saldanha has been primarily specialized in Anesthesiology for over 15 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Anesthesiology
click for detail Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
| 036130154 | Illinois |
- Pain Medicine / Pain Medicine
click for detail Pain Medicine Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education. It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain. A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain. The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner. The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient’s pain care with public and private agencies. The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.
| 036130154 | Illinois |
- Pain Medicine / Interventional Pain Medicine
click for detail Interventional Pain Medicine Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.
| 036130154 | Illinois |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Hazel Crest, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Berwyn, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Chicago, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Midwest Anesthesia And Pain Specialists Sc
| Midwest Anesthesia And Pain Specialists Sc | 5 |
Practice Locations
751 E 81st Place
Merrillville, IN 46410-5538
Phone: (773) 767-2225
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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Dr. Darrel J Saldanha [NPI: 1225272875]Pain Management, Anesthesiology