Dr. Carol Ruth Schermer
General Surgery in Sacramento, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 33+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Carol Ruth Schermer, MD, is a General Surgery specialist in Sacramento, California. She attended and graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in General Surgery. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Carol Ruth Schermer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (916) 734-5160 to request Dr. Carol Ruth Schermer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Carol Ruth Schermer |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
4183654148 |
| 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
- General Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 33 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. Carol Ruth Schermer attended and graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1991.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1114952520
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, June 22, 2012
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. Carol Ruth Schermer
Medical Licenses
Dr. Carol Ruth Schermer has been primarily specialized in Surgery for over 33 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| G83205 | California |
- Surgery / Surgical Critical Care
click for detail Surgical Critical Care A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
| G83205 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Downers Grove, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Practice Locations
2315 Stockton Blvd
Room 4206
Sacramento, CA 95817-2201
Phone: (916) 734-5160
Fax: (916) 734-7821
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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Thursday, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Friday, June 22, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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