Dr. Mark F Towns
Addiction Medicine in Modesto, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 21+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Mark F Towns, MD, is an Addiction Medicine specialist in Modesto, California. He attended and graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2003, having over 21 years of diverse experience, especially in Addiction Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Kaweah Delta Medical Center, Beloit Memorial Hospital, Memorial Medical Center, St Joseph Hospital, Twin Cities Community Hospital. Dr. Mark F Towns also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Sutter Gould Medical Foundation. Dr. Mark F Towns accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Mark F Towns at 1409 E Briggsmore Ave to request Dr. Mark F Towns the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Mark F Towns |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5496836611 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns 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
- Addiction Medicine (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 21 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. Mark F Towns attended and graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2003.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1811183643
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, September 14, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, October 28, 2013
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. Mark F Towns
Medical Licenses
Dr. Mark F Towns has been primarily specialized in Hospitalist for over 21 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
click for detail Hospitalist Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
| A100676 | California |
- 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.
| A100676 | California |
- Internal Medicine / Addiction Medicine
click for detail Addiction Medicine An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of addiction disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine can obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine.
| A100676 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Visalia, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Beloit, Wisconsin | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Modesto, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Eureka, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Templeton, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
| Sutter Gould Medical Foundation | 334 |
Practice Locations
1409 E Briggsmore Ave
Modesto, CA 95355-2707
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
1501 Oakdale Rd
Modesto, CA 95355-3382
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
1144 Coffee Rd
Modesto, CA 95355-4205
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
600 Coffee Rd
Modesto, CA 95355-4201
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
3425 Coffee Rd
Modesto, CA 95355-1582
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
1401 Spanos Ct
125
Modesto, CA 95355-2814
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, July 31, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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Dr. Mark F Towns [NPI: 1811183643]Addiction Medicine, Internal Medicine