Dr. Athar Altaf
Gastroenterology in Danville, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 38+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Athar Altaf, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Danville, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1986, having over 38 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Geisinger - Community Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Dr. Athar Altaf also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Geisinger Clinic. Dr. Athar Altaf accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (570) 271-6144 to request Dr. Athar Altaf the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Athar Altaf |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
7517065493 |
| 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
- Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 38 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. Athar Altaf graduated from medical school in 1986.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1447201454
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 15, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 28, 2015
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 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. Athar Altaf
Medical Licenses
Dr. Athar Altaf has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 38 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
click for detail Gastroenterology An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
| MD437577 | Pennsylvania |
- 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.
| 39759 | Kentucky |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Scranton, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Danville, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Geisinger Clinic | 1621 |
Practice Locations
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822-4903
Phone: (570) 271-6144
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
Thursday, August 4, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, April 28, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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