Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen
Obstetrics/Gynecology in Sheffield, Alabama
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 63+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen III, MD, is an Obstetrics/Gynecology specialist in Sheffield, Alabama. He attended and graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1961, having over 63 years of diverse experience, especially in Obstetrics/Gynecology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Helen Keller Memorial Hospital. Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Stephen Keith Md. Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (256) 718-5900 to request Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Joseph Wheeler Flippen III |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3274513619 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own 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
- Obstetrics/Gynecology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 63 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. Joseph Wheeler Flippen attended and graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1961.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1437244290
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, May 28, 2008
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 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 - 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. Joseph Wheeler Flippen
Medical Licenses
Dr. Joseph Wheeler Flippen has been primarily specialized in Gynecology for over 63 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Obstetrics & Gynecology / Gynecology
| 3020 | Alabama |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Sheffield, Alabama | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Stephen Keith Md | 3 |
Practice Locations
1100 S Jackson Hwy
Suite 259
Sheffield, AL 35660
Phone: (256) 718-5900
Fax: (256) 718-5918
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, September 26, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, May 28, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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