Dr. David E. Collins

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 32+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. David E. Collins, MD, is a Thoracic Surgery specialist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1992, having over 32 years of diverse experience, especially in Thoracic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hospital Of The Fox Chase Cancer Center. Dr. David E. Collins also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Fox Chase Cancer Center Medical Group, Inc. Dr. David E. Collins accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (215) 728-6900 to request Dr. David E. Collins the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 333 Cottman Ave
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Philadelphia, PA 19111

Phone 1: (215) 728-6900

Fax: (606) 432-5791
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name David E. Collins
Gender Male
PECOS ID 1951558154
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

  • Thoracic Surgery (primary specialty)
  • Vascular Surgery

Experience

  • Over 32 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. David E. Collins attended and graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1538120035
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, April 1, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, August 30, 2012

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. David E. Collins

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. David E. Collins has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 32 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.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
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    Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
    A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center Medical Group, Inc


Practice Locations

333 Cottman Ave
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Philadelphia, PA 19111

Phone: (215) 728-6900
Fax: (606) 432-5791
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, June 26, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, August 30, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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