Dr. Melvin J Silverstein

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 59+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Melvin J Silverstein, MD, is a Surgical Oncology specialist in Newport Beach, California. He attended and graduated from Albany Medical College Of Union University in 1965, having over 59 years of diverse experience, especially in Surgical Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Keck Hospital Of Usc. Dr. Melvin J Silverstein also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Melvin J Silverstein Md A Professional Corporation. Dr. Melvin J Silverstein accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (949) 764-8281 to request Dr. Melvin J Silverstein the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1 Hoag Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92663-4162

Phone 1: (949) 764-8281
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Melvin J Silverstein
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7618055518
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

  • Surgical Oncology (primary specialty)
  • General Surgery

Experience

  • Over 59 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Melvin J Silverstein attended and graduated from Albany Medical College Of Union University in 1965.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1699707372
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 6, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, May 4, 2017

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Melvin J Silverstein

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Melvin J Silverstein has been primarily specialized in Surgical Oncology for over 59 years of experience.
  • Surgery / Surgical Oncology
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    Surgical Oncology
    A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
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    Surgery
    A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Melvin J Silverstein Md A Professional Corporation


Practice Locations

1 Hoag Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92663-4162
Phone: (949) 764-8281
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


One Hoag Drive
Hoag Hospital
Newport Beach, CA 92658-6100

Phone: (310) 488-9510
Fax: (949) 764-8236
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, May 4, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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