Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez
Emergency Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 27+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez Jr., MD, is an Emergency Medicine specialist in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from Ponce School Of Medicine in 1997, having over 27 years of diverse experience, especially in Emergency Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hospital Damas Inc. Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hospital Damas Inc. Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 840-8686 to request Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Virgilio Rodriguez Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8123272358 |
| 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
- Emergency Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 27 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. Virgilio Rodriguez attended and graduated from Ponce School Of Medicine in 1997.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1326259250
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, May 24, 2007
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. Virgilio Rodriguez
Medical Licenses
Dr. Virgilio Rodriguez has been primarily specialized in Hospice and Palliative Medicine for over 27 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Emergency Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An emergency 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.
| 13377 | Puerto Rico |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Ponce, Puerto Rico | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Hospital Damas Inc | 4 |
Practice Locations
2213 Calle
Ponce, PR 00717
Phone: (787) 840-8686
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
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