Dr. D Scott Upton
Internal Medicine in San Diego, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. D Scott Upton, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in San Diego, California. He attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr, Sharp Memorial Hospital. Dr. D Scott Upton also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation, Ken Roth Md And Rolf Ehlers Md San Diego Internal Medicine Assoc, San Diego Hospitalist Associates Inc. Dr. D Scott Upton accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (858) 541-0181 to request Dr. D Scott Upton the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
D Scott Upton |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9436127586 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Pediatric Medicine
Experience
- Over 26 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. D Scott Upton attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1417994898
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, June 2, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, June 2, 2013
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 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. D Scott Upton
Medical Licenses
Dr. D Scott Upton has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 26 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.
| A84415 | California |
- Internal Medicine / Sports Medicine
click for detail Sports Medicine An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual.
| A84415 | California |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Pediatrics
click for detail Pediatrics A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
| A84415 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| La Mesa, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Coronado, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| San Diego, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation
| Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation | 532 |
- Ken Roth Md And Rolf Ehlers Md San Diego Internal Medicine Assoc
| Ken Roth Md And Rolf Ehlers Md San Diego Internal Medicine Assoc | 13 |
- San Diego Hospitalist Associates Inc
| San Diego Hospitalist Associates Inc | 18 |
Practice Locations
8765 Aero Dr
Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92123-1767
Phone: (858) 541-0181
Fax: (858) 430-0919
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
7901 Frost St
San Diego, CA 92123-2786
Phone: (858) 939-3400
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
Sunday, June 2, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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