Dr. Wilma Virella Santana
Pathology in San Juan, Puerto Rico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 32+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Wilma Virella Santana, MD, is a Pathology specialist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She attended and graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 1992, having over 32 years of diverse experience, especially in Pathology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including . Dr. Wilma Virella Santana also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Puerto Rico Pathology Associates P. Dr. Wilma Virella Santana accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 758-2525 to request Dr. Wilma Virella Santana the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Wilma Virella Santana |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
0941267793 |
| 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
- Pathology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 32 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. Wilma Virella Santana attended and graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 1992.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1609836113
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, March 27, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
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 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 - 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. Wilma Virella Santana
Medical Licenses
Dr. Wilma Virella Santana has been primarily specialized in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology for over 32 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Pathology / Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
click for detail Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
| 12527 | Puerto Rico |
- Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers / Spec/Tech, Pathology
click for detail Spec/Tech, Pathology (1) An individual educated and trained in clinical chemistry, microbiology or other biological sciences; and in gathering data on the blood, tissues, and fluids in the human body. Tests and procedures performed or supervised center on major areas of hematology, microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, clinical chemistry and urinalysis. Education and certification requires the equivalent of an associate degree and alternative combinations of accredited training and experience. (2) A specially trained individual who works under the direction of a pathologist, other physician, or scientist, and performs specialized chemical, microscopic, and bacteriological tests of human blood, tissue, and fluids. Also known as medical technologists, they perform and supervise tests and procedures in clinical chemistry, immunology, serology, bacteriology, hematology, parasitology, mycology, urinalysis, and blood banking. The work requires the correlation of test results with other data, interpretation of test findings, and exercise of independent judgment. The minimum educational requirement (for one of several certification programs in medical technology) is a baccalaureate degree with appropriate science course requirements, plus a twelve-month, structured, AMA approved medical technology program and an examination; or a baccalaureate degree with appropriate science course requirements and experience.
| 012527 | Puerto Rico |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Puerto Rico Pathology Associates P
| Puerto Rico Pathology Associates P | 11 |
Practice Locations
Patologia Rcm Edif. Principal Ofic. 391
Centro Medico De Puerto Rico, Bo. Monacillos
San Juan, PR 00935
Phone: (787) 758-2525
Fax: (787) 754-0710
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
1760 Loiza St
San Juan, PR 00911-9222
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, November 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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