Dr. Kerry Hammond
Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) in Bedford, Virginia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 24+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kerry Hammond, MD, is a Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) specialist in Bedford, Virginia. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2000, having over 24 years of diverse experience, especially in Colorectal Surgery (Proctology). She is affiliated with many hospitals including Bedford Memorial Hospital, Centra Health Inc, Musc Medical Center. Dr. Kerry Hammond also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Centra Medical Group Bedford Llc. Dr. Kerry Hammond accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (540) 586-3089 to request Dr. Kerry Hammond the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kerry Hammond |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3476647249 |
| 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
- Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 24 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. Kerry Hammond graduated from medical school in 2000.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1710193222
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 14, 2007
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 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. Kerry Hammond
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kerry Hammond has been primarily specialized in Colon & Rectal Surgery for over 24 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Colon & Rectal Surgery
click for detail Colon & Rectal Surgery A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
| 30159 | South Carolina |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| 30159 | South Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Bedford, Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Lynchburg, Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Charleston, South Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Centra Medical Group Bedford Llc
| Centra Medical Group Bedford Llc | 35 |
Practice Locations
1615 Oakwood St
B
Bedford, VA 24523-1250
Phone: (540) 586-3089
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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