Dr. Edwin C Lopez
Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 42+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Edwin C Lopez II, PA,MD, is a Physician Assistant specialist in Tacoma, Washington. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in Physician Assistant. He is affiliated with many hospitals including St Elizabeth Hospital. Dr. Edwin C Lopez accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (253) 426-6341 to request Dr. Edwin C Lopez the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Edwin C Lopez II |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8123010758 |
| 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
- Physician Assistant (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 42 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Physician Assistant (PA)
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Physician assistant, practice medicine on a team under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They are formally educated to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment.
- Medical Doctor (MD)
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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. Edwin C Lopez graduated from medical school in 1982.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1649363706
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, October 2, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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 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. Edwin C Lopez
Medical Licenses
Dr. Edwin C Lopez has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 42 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail 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.
| PA10000864 | Washington |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Enumclaw, Washington | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Practice Locations
1717 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405-4933
Phone: (253) 426-6341
Fax: (253) 426-6344
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, February 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, November 17, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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