Dr. Richard Finegold

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 40+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Richard Finegold, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Riverside, Illinois. He attended and graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1984, having over 40 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Loyola University Medical Center, Westlake Community Hospital, Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, West Suburban Medical Center. Dr. Richard Finegold also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Macneal Physicians Group Llc. Dr. Richard Finegold may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Richard Finegold at 3722 Harlem Ave to request Dr. Richard Finegold the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 3722 Harlem Ave
Riverside, IL 60546-2331
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Richard Finegold
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0446247423
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 40 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. Richard Finegold attended and graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1770564122
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, November 10, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, July 9, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He 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 - 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. Richard Finegold

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Richard Finegold has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 40 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.
  • Internal Medicine / Obesity Medicine
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    Obesity Medicine
    A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Vanguard Medical Group


Practice Locations

3722 Harlem Ave
Riverside, IL 60546-2331
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, July 31, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, July 9, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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