Dr. Shagufta Firdous
Internal Medicine in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 35+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Shagufta Firdous, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1989, having over 35 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. Dr. Shagufta Firdous also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Geisinger Clinic. Dr. Shagufta Firdous accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (570) 826-7300 to request Dr. Shagufta Firdous the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Shagufta Firdous |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
0446554497 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Hospice/Palliative Care
Experience
- Over 35 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. Shagufta Firdous graduated from medical school in 1989.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1871937334
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, April 26, 2013
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 not 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. Shagufta Firdous
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Geisinger Clinic | 2280 |
Practice Locations
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0027
Phone: (570) 826-7300
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. Shagufta Firdous [NPI: 1871937334]Internal Medicine, Hospice/Palliative Care