Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker
Nurse Practitioner in Metairie, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 17+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker, NP,DNP,FNP-BC,FAANP, is a Nurse Practitioner specialist in Metairie, Louisiana. She graduated in 2008, having over 17 years of diverse experience, especially in Nurse Practitioner. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Touro Infirmary. Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Robert D Lesser Md Internal Medicine Llc. Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (504) 782-8854 to request Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3476509571 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - She owns an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Nurse Practitioner (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 17 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Nurse Practitioner (NP)
help Nurse Practitioner
A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced coursework and clinical education beyond that required of the generalist registered nurse (RN) role.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
help Doctor of Nursing Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a terminal professional degree that focuses on the clinical aspects of a disease process. The curriculum for the DNP degree generally includes advanced practice, diagnoses, and treatment of diseases.
- Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified (FNP-BC)
help Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) meets the healthcare needs of the individual and family by providing comprehensive primary care through the lifespan. FNPs work independently as well as collaboratively with other primary care clinicians and health care and social service professionals in a variety of settings, such as clinics, schools, homes, workplaces and community-based organizations.
- FAANP
Education and Training
- Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker graduated in 2008.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1154324671
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 30, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker
Medical Licenses
Dr. Scharmaine M Lawson-Baker has been primarily specialized in Family for over 17 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Nurse Practitioner / Family
| AP04209 | Louisiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| New Orleans, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Robert D Lesser Md Internal Medicine Llc
| Robert D Lesser Md Internal Medicine Llc | 1 |
Practice Locations
3749 N Causeway Blvd
B
Metairie, LA 70002-1740
Phone: (504) 782-8854
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 physician profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, February 2, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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