Dr. Richard Katz
Anesthesiology in Walnut Creek, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 37+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard Katz, MD, is an Anesthesiology specialist in Walnut Creek, California. He attended and graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 1987, having over 37 years of diverse experience, especially in Anesthesiology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Regional Medical Center Of San Jose, St Rose Hospital. Dr. Richard Katz also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Medical Anesthesia Consultants Medical Group, Inc. Dr. Richard Katz accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (925) 939-3000 to request Dr. Richard Katz the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard Katz |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8820044167 |
| 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
- Anesthesiology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 37 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 Katz attended and graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 1987.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1295787943
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2006
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. Richard Katz
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard Katz has been primarily specialized in Anesthesiology for over 37 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.
| G65803 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| San Jose, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Hayward, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Medical Anesthesia Consultants Medical Group, Inc
| Medical Anesthesia Consultants Medical Group, Inc | 127 |
Practice Locations
1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
Walnut Creek, CA 94598-3122
Phone: (925) 939-3000
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
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Dr. Richard Katz [NPI: 1295787943]Anesthesiology