Dr. Kenneth B Sumner
Psychiatry in Metairie, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 36+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kenneth B Sumner, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Metairie, Louisiana. He attended and graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including East Alabama Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital. Dr. Kenneth B Sumner also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Jefferson Psychiatric Associates Llc. Dr. Kenneth B Sumner accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (504) 889-1448 to request Dr. Kenneth B Sumner the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kenneth B Sumner |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2163672338 |
| 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
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 36 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 B Sumner attended and graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1073653275
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, December 21, 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 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 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 B Sumner
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kenneth B Sumner has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 36 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.
| 020090 | Louisiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Opelika, Alabama | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Metairie, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Jefferson Psychiatric Associates Llc
| Jefferson Psychiatric Associates Llc | 10 |
Practice Locations
3340 Severn Ave
Ste 206
Metairie, LA 70002-7402
Phone: (504) 889-1448
Fax: (504) 885-8752
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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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, December 21, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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