Dr. Bernard A Heckman

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 63+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Bernard A Heckman, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Silver Spring, Maryland. He attended and graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 1962, having over 63 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Holy Cross Hospital. Dr. Bernard A Heckman also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Bernard A. Heckman, M.D., P.A. Dr. Bernard A Heckman may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (301) 587-6464 to request Dr. Bernard A Heckman the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 10301 Georgia Ave
#209w
Silver Spring, MD 20902-5020

Phone 1: (301) 587-6464

Fax: (301) 608-9271
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Bernard A Heckman
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7012058399
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 63 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. Bernard A Heckman attended and graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 1962.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1780662858
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, January 9, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, December 29, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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. Bernard A Heckman

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Bernard A Heckman has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 63 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Bernard A. Heckman, M.D., P.A


Practice Locations

10301 Georgia Ave
#209w
Silver Spring, MD 20902-5020

Phone: (301) 587-6464
Fax: (301) 608-9271
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, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, December 29, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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