Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes
Hematology/Oncology in Ponce, Puerto Rico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 23+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes, MD, is a Hematology/Oncology specialist in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina in 2001, having over 23 years of diverse experience, especially in Hematology/Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hospital Damas Inc. Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 259-7807 to request Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Hector Antonio Velez Cortes |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
4880796416 |
| 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
- Hematology/Oncology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 23 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. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes attended and graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina in 2001.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1952405425
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes
Medical Licenses
Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes has been primarily specialized in Hematology & Oncology for over 23 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
click for detail Hematology & Oncology An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
| 14795 | Puerto Rico |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Ponce, Puerto Rico | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Practice Locations
1217 Ave Hostos
Suite 101
Ponce, PR 00717-0953
Phone: (787) 259-7807
Fax: (787) 840-6448
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
Wednesday, June 20, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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