Dr. Melania S Poonacha
Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 14+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Melania S Poonacha, MD,MPH, is the Hospitalist specialist in Santa Cruz, California. She attended and graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 2010, having over 14 years of diverse experience, especially in Hospitalist. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Dominican Hospital, Seton Medical Center, St Johns Pleasant Valley Hospital, St Johns Regional Medical Center, Washington Hospital. Dr. Melania S Poonacha also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Dignity Health Medical Foundation. Dr. Melania S Poonacha accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (831) 475-1111 to request Dr. Melania S Poonacha the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Melania S Poonacha |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3072831585 |
| 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
- Hospitalist (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
- Pediatric Medicine
Experience
- Over 14 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.
- MPH
Education and Training
- Dr. Melania S Poonacha attended and graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 2010.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1497074108
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, May 19, 2010
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. Melania S Poonacha
Medical Licenses
Dr. Melania S Poonacha has been primarily specialized in Hospitalist for over 14 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- 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.
| 130281 | California |
- 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.
| 130281 | California |
- 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.
| ME114641 | Florida |
- 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.
| 130281 | 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.
| ME114641 | Florida |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Santa Cruz, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Daly City, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Camarillo, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Oxnard, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Fremont, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Dignity Health Medical Foundation
| Dignity Health Medical Foundation | 961 |
Practice Locations
1595 Soquel Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1724
Phone: (831) 475-1111
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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Dr. Melania S Poonacha [NPI: 1497074108]Hospitalist, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine