Dr. Thomas P Knecht
Endocrinology in Santa Maria, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 34+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Thomas P Knecht, MD,PHD, is an Endocrinology specialist in Santa Maria, California. He attended and graduated from University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine in 1990, having over 34 years of diverse experience, especially in Endocrinology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including French Hospital Medical Center, Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, Twin Cities Community Hospital. Dr. Thomas P Knecht also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Michael K. Lai, M.D., Inc. Dr. Thomas P Knecht accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (805) 349-8972 to request Dr. Thomas P Knecht the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Thomas P Knecht |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9537112818 |
| 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
- Endocrinology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 34 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
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- Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.
Education and Training
- Dr. Thomas P Knecht attended and graduated from University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine in 1990.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1235371857
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, March 27, 2009
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 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. Thomas P Knecht
Medical Licenses
Dr. Thomas P Knecht has been primarily specialized in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism for over 34 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
click for detail Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
| G077982 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| San Luis Obispo, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Lompoc, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Santa Maria, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| San Luis Obispo, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Templeton, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Michael K. Lai, M.D., Inc
| Michael K. Lai, M.D., Inc | 3 |
Practice Locations
116 S Palisade Dr
Santa Maria, CA 93454-8906
Phone: (805) 349-8972
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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