Dr. Vijaya R Pokala
Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) in Nacogdoches, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 48+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Vijaya R Pokala, MD,FACC, is a Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) specialist in Nacogdoches, Texas. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1976, having over 48 years of diverse experience, especially in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Chi St Lukes Health Memorial San Augustine, Etmc Carthage, Memorial Hospital, Nacogdoches Medical Center, Sabine County Hospital. Dr. Vijaya R Pokala also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Nacogdoches Cardiac Center Pa. Dr. Vijaya R Pokala accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (936) 564-2099 to request Dr. Vijaya R Pokala the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Vijaya R Pokala |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
7012966047 |
| 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
- Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 48 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.
- FACC
Education and Training
- Dr. Vijaya R Pokala graduated from medical school in 1976.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1205847522
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, August 11, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, October 21, 2010
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. Vijaya R Pokala
Medical Licenses
Dr. Vijaya R Pokala has been primarily specialized in Nuclear Cardiology for over 48 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Nuclear Medicine / Nuclear Cardiology
click for detail Nuclear Cardiology A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology.
| L05982 | 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.
| H6917 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Chi St Lukes Health Memorial San Augustine | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Carthage, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Nacogdoches, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Nacogdoches, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Hemphill, Texas | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Nacogdoches Cardiac Center Pa
| Nacogdoches Cardiac Center Pa | |
Practice Locations
1023 N Mound St
Suite K
Nacogdoches, TX 75961-4453
Phone: (936) 564-2099
Fax: (936) 564-2083
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, October 21, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Vijaya R Pokala [NPI: 1205847522]Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology), Internal Medicine