Dr. Melissa M Smith
Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery in Newport Beach, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Melissa M Smith, MD, is a Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery specialist in Newport Beach, California. She attended and graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery. She is affiliated with many hospitals including La Palma Intercommunity Hospital. Dr. Melissa M Smith accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (949) 642-7600 to request Dr. Melissa M Smith the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Melissa M Smith |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3274600507 |
| 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
- Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 22 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. Melissa M Smith attended and graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1558543421
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, December 3, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 13, 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 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 - She 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 - 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. Melissa M Smith
Medical Licenses
Dr. Melissa M Smith has been primarily specialized in Plastic Surgery for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Plastic Surgery
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| A84857 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| La Palma, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Practice Locations
1501 Superior Ave
Suite 303
Newport Beach, CA 92663-3600
Phone: (949) 642-7600
Fax: (949) 642-7606
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, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, February 13, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Melissa M Smith [NPI: 1558543421]Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery