Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims
Internal Medicine in Salem, New Jersey
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 23+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims Jr., NP,MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Salem, New Jersey. He attended and graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 2001, having over 23 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Morristown Medical Center, Saint Clare's Hospital, Newton Memorial Hospital. Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Practice Associates Medical Group. Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims at 310 Wooodstown Rd to request Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Derrick Eugene Sims Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3577690114 |
| 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 23 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Nurse Practitioner (NP)
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A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced coursework and clinical education beyond that required of the generalist registered nurse (RN) role.
- Medical Doctor (MD)
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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. Derrick Eugene Sims attended and graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 2001.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1285887745
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, December 27, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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 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. Derrick Eugene Sims
Medical Licenses
Dr. Derrick Eugene Sims has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 23 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail 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.
| 074782 | Georgia |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail 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.
| 25MA08663500 | New Jersey |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
click for detail Hospitalist Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
| 074782 | Georgia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Morristown, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Denville, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Newton, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Practice Associates Medical Group
| Practice Associates Medical Group | 446 |
Practice Locations
310 Wooodstown Rd
Salem, NJ 8079
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, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, December 27, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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