Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 32+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam III, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Shreveport, Louisiana. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1992, having over 32 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Ochsner Medical Center, Washington St Tammany Regional Medical Center, Charity Hospital & Medical Center Of Louisiana At, Touro Infirmary, Rapides Regional Medical Center. Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hynson Bayou Inpatient Services, Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty G. Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam at 1 Saint Mary Pl to request Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1 Saint Mary Pl
Shreveport, LA 71101-4343
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Vijayendra Rao Jaligam III
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7214951896
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

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 32 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. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam graduated from medical school in 1992.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1770504490
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, July 21, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, March 27, 2013

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 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.
  • 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. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Vijayendra Rao Jaligam has been primarily specialized in Cardiovascular Disease for over 32 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
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    Cardiovascular Disease
    An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
  • 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

  • Hynson Bayou Inpatient Services
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty G


Practice Locations

1 Saint Mary Pl
Shreveport, LA 71101-4343
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, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, March 27, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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