Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 29+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson, MD, is a Hematology/Oncology specialist in Scottsdale, Arizona. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1995, having over 29 years of diverse experience, especially in Hematology/Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Mayo Clinic Hospital, Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester. Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Mayo Clinic Arizona. Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson does not accept Medicare Assignment. Call (480) 301-8000 to request Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5452

Phone 1: (480) 301-8000


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Thorvardur R Halfdanarson
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7618874702
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does not accept Medicare assignment.

Medical Specialties

  • Hematology/Oncology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 29 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson graduated from medical school in 1995.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1083684187
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, January 23, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, April 30, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Thorvardur R Halfdanarson has been primarily specialized in Hematology & Oncology for over 29 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
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    Hematology & Oncology
    An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
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    Hematology & Oncology
    An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
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    Hematology & Oncology
    An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
  • Internal Medicine / Medical Oncology
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    Medical Oncology
    An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Mayo Clinic Arizona


Practice Locations

13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5452
Phone: (480) 301-8000
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 Thursday, August 4, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, April 30, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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