Dr. Edwin J Garcia La Torre
Emergency Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 16+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Edwin J Garcia La Torre, MD, is an Emergency Medicine specialist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Emergency Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Bayfront Health Brooksville, Hospital Hima-San Pablo Bayamon. Dr. Edwin J Garcia La Torre accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 758-1800 to request Dr. Edwin J Garcia La Torre the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Edwin J Garcia La Torre |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
9032365192 |
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 16 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. Edwin J Garcia La Torre attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 2008.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1912157124
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, March 14, 2011
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. Edwin J Garcia La Torre
Medical Licenses
Dr. Edwin J Garcia La Torre has been primarily specialized in Emergency Medicine for over 16 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 18140 | Puerto Rico |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 27958R | Puerto Rico |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 27559R | Puerto Rico |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 12126 I | Puerto Rico |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Brooksville, Florida | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Bayamón, Puerto Rico | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Practice Locations
University District Hospital
Medical Center Udh 2 Po 2116
San Juan, PR 00922-2116
Phone: (787) 758-1800
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
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