Dr. Christopher Shepherd
Internal Medicine in West Hollywood, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 12+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Christopher Shepherd, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in West Hollywood, California. He attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 2012, having over 12 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Christopher Shepherd also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Christopher Shepherd accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (310) 423-3277 to request Dr. Christopher Shepherd the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Christopher Shepherd |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
7113247461 |
| 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 12 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. Christopher Shepherd attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 2012.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1841557295
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, April 23, 2012
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, April 19, 2017
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. Christopher Shepherd
Medical Licenses
Dr. Christopher Shepherd has been primarily specialized in Hospitalist for over 12 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
click for detail Hospitalist Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
| A129840 | California |
- 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.
| A129840 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Los Angeles, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | 393 |
Practice Locations
8700 Beverly Blvd
Becker Bldg B105
West Hollywood, CA 90048-1804
Phone: (310) 423-3277
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, February 24, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, April 19, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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