Dr. Joseph Polcaro
Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in Newark, New Jersey
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 34+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Joseph Polcaro, DO, is an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine specialist in Newark, New Jersey. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1990, having over 34 years of diverse experience, especially in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Mercy Hospital. Dr. Joseph Polcaro accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (973) 926-7342 to request Dr. Joseph Polcaro the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Joseph Polcaro |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6507045317 |
| 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
- Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 34 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
Education and Training
- Dr. Joseph Polcaro graduated from medical school in 1990.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1598716920
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, May 12, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, August 1, 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 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. Joseph Polcaro
Medical Licenses
Dr. Joseph Polcaro has been primarily specialized in Maternal & Fetal Medicine for over 34 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Obstetrics & Gynecology / Maternal & Fetal Medicine
click for detail Maternal & Fetal Medicine An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.
| 25MB05676400 | New Jersey |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Obstetrics & Gynecology
click for detail Obstetrics & Gynecology An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
| 25MB05676400 | New Jersey |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Buffalo, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Practice Locations
201 Lyons Ave
Newark, NJ 07112-2027
Phone: (973) 926-7342
Fax: (973) 923-7497
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
Thursday, September 15, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, August 1, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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