Dr. David Alan Gerst

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 34+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. David Alan Gerst Jr., DC,DPM, is a Podiatry specialist in Palos Park, Illinois. He attended and graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine in 1990, having over 34 years of diverse experience, especially in Podiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Advocate Trinity Hospital. Dr. David Alan Gerst also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation, David A Gerst Dpm Sc. Dr. David Alan Gerst accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. David Alan Gerst at 12828 S La Grange Rd to request Dr. David Alan Gerst the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 12828 S La Grange Rd
Palos Park, IL 60464-2247


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name David Alan Gerst Jr.
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2163587098
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

  • Podiatry (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 34 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
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    Doctor of Chiropractic
    A chiropractor is a person who practices chiropractic, specialising in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health.
  • Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
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    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
    A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot disorders, diseases and injuries. A DPM makes independent judgments and performs or orders all necessary diagnostic tests. They perform surgery; administer medications, including DEA-restricted medications; and prescribe physical therapy regimens.

Education and Training

  • Dr. David Alan Gerst attended and graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine in 1990.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1750491288
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, December 10, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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. David Alan Gerst

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. David Alan Gerst has been primarily specialized in Podiatrist for over 34 years of experience.
  • Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers / Podiatrist
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    Podiatrist
    A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation
  • David A Gerst Dpm Sc


Practice Locations

12828 S La Grange Rd
Palos Park, IL 60464-2247
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, February 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, December 10, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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