Dr. Linda A Shookster
Rheumatology in Plainview, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 43+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Linda A Shookster, MD, is a Rheumatology specialist in Plainview, New York. She attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1981, having over 43 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital. Dr. Linda A Shookster also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Prem C Chatpar Md Llc. Dr. Linda A Shookster accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (516) 931-3988 to request Dr. Linda A Shookster the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Linda A Shookster |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
8224210711 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own 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
- Rheumatology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 43 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help 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. Linda A Shookster attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1981.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1073551537
- NPI Enumeration Date: Sunday, June 4, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, January 30, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Linda A Shookster
Medical Licenses
Dr. Linda A Shookster has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 43 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
click for detail Rheumatology An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
| 157966 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| New Rochelle, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Prem C Chatpar Md Llc | 3 |
Practice Locations
524 Old Country Rd
Plainview, NY 11803-6502
Phone: (516) 931-3988
Fax: (516) 931-4091
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, November 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Friday, January 30, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Linda A Shookster [NPI: 1073551537]Rheumatology, Internal Medicine