Dr. Richard A Carlson
Internal Medicine in Tonawanda, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 46+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard A Carlson Jr., MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Tonawanda, New York. He attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1978, having over 46 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Kaleida Health, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital. Dr. Richard A Carlson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Sheridan Drive Medical Group Llp. Dr. Richard A Carlson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (716) 332-4476 to request Dr. Richard A Carlson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard A Carlson Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3072425537 |
| 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 46 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. Richard A Carlson attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1978.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1740246735
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, January 25, 2013
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 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. Richard A Carlson
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard A Carlson has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 46 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.
| 183745 | New York |
- Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
click for detail Geriatric Medicine An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
| 183745 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Buffalo, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Kenmore, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Buffalo, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Sheridan Drive Medical Group Llp
| Sheridan Drive Medical Group Llp | 7 |
Practice Locations
1491 Sheridan Dr
Sheridan Medical Group
Tonawanda, NY 14217-1234
Phone: (716) 332-4476
Fax: (716) 332-4479
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
Friday, January 25, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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