Dr. Susan K Christensen
Anesthesiology in Torrance, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 52+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Susan K Christensen, MD, is an Anesthesiology specialist in Torrance, California. She attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1972, having over 52 years of diverse experience, especially in Anesthesiology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Providence Little Company Of Mary Med Ctr Torrance. Dr. Susan K Christensen also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including South Bay Anesthesia Medical Group Inc. Dr. Susan K Christensen accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (310) 540-7676 to request Dr. Susan K Christensen the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Susan K Christensen |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
2567405673 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - She owns an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Anesthesiology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 52 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. Susan K Christensen attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1972.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1346352663
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, August 31, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, October 10, 2008
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Susan K Christensen
Medical Licenses
Dr. Susan K Christensen has been primarily specialized in Anesthesiology for over 52 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Anesthesiology
click for detail Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
| A25487 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Torrance, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- South Bay Anesthesia Medical Group Inc
| South Bay Anesthesia Medical Group Inc | 25 |
Practice Locations
4101 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90503-4607
Phone: (310) 540-7676
Fax: (310) 540-1485
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, October 10, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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