Dr. Sharon Palushock

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 39+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Sharon Palushock, MD, is an Endocrinology specialist in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Endocrinology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Tyler Memorial Hospital, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Moses Taylor Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton. Dr. Sharon Palushock also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Primemed, P.c.. Dr. Sharon Palushock accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Sharon Palushock at 423 Scranton Carbondale Hwy to request Dr. Sharon Palushock the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 423 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Scranton, PA 18508-1115
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Sharon Palushock
Gender Female
PECOS ID 8022148758
Sole Proprietor Yes - She owns 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

  • Endocrinology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 39 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. Sharon Palushock graduated from medical school in 1985.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1154300036
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, January 16, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - 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.
  • 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. Sharon Palushock

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Sharon Palushock has been primarily specialized in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism for over 39 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    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.
  • 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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Primemed Medical Group


Practice Locations

423 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Scranton, PA 18508-1115
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


435 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Scranton, PA 18508-1115
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 Friday, February 27, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, January 16, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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