Dr. Bojidar Bakalov

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 36+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Bojidar Bakalov, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Bojidar Bakalov also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Methodist Associates In Healthcare Inc. Dr. Bojidar Bakalov accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (215) 952-1600 to request Dr. Bojidar Bakalov the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2301 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19148-3542

Phone 1: (215) 952-1600
Phone 2: (215) 952-9323
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Bojidar Bakalov
Gender Male
PECOS ID 1658421870
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

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Hospice/Palliative Care

Experience

  • Over 36 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. Bojidar Bakalov graduated from medical school in 1988.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1922274794
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, March 13, 2014

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. Bojidar Bakalov

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Bojidar Bakalov has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 36 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.
  • Internal Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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    Hospice and Palliative Medicine
    An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Methodist Associates In Healthcare Inc


Practice Locations

2301 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19148-3542
Phone: (215) 952-1600
Phone 2: (215) 952-9323
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, March 13, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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