Dr. Denise Alcantara

Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
16+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Denise Alcantara, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside. Dr. Denise Alcantara also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Pittsburgh Physicians. Dr. Denise Alcantara accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (412) 623-2465 to request Dr. Denise Alcantara the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1304

(412) 623-2465

(412) 623-3592

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Basics

Full Name	Denise Alcantara
Gender	Female
PECOS ID	6103090758
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

Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 16 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. Denise Alcantara graduated from medical school in 2008.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1285897926
NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2008
NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Quality Reporting

eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - 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.
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. Denise Alcantara

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Denise Alcantara has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 16 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine click for detail 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.	MT192578	Pennsylvania

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital	Norfolk, Virginia	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital	Virginia Beach, Virginia	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital	Virginia Beach, Virginia	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	2725

Practice Locations

5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1304
Phone: (412) 623-2465
Fax: (412) 623-3592
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