Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand
Internal Medicine in Watertown, South Dakota
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Watertown, South Dakota. He attended and graduated from University Of South Dakota School Of Medicine in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Avera Holy Family Hospital, Avera Marshall Regional Medical Ctr, Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera Flandreau Hospital - Cah, Pipestone County Medical Center. Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Avera Mckennan. Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand does not accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand at 506 1st Seave to request Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Scott Alan Beckstrand |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8325193956 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does not accept Medicare assignment. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 26 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. Scott Alan Beckstrand attended and graduated from University Of South Dakota School Of Medicine in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1932173622
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, February 17, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, August 4, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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. Scott Alan Beckstrand
Medical Licenses
Dr. Scott Alan Beckstrand has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 26 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.
| 4907 | South Dakota |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Estherville, Iowa | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Marshall, Minnesota | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Sioux Falls, South Dakota | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Flandreau, South Dakota | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Pipestone, Minnesota | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Local |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Avera Mckennan | 489 |
Practice Locations
506 1st Seave
Watertown, SD 57201-4499
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, October 23, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, August 4, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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