Dr. James Taterka

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 39+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. James Taterka, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Flourtown, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Abington Memorial Hospital, Chestnut Hill Hospital, Lansdale Hospital. Dr. James Taterka also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hillmont G.I., P.C. Dr. James Taterka accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (215) 402-0800 to request Dr. James Taterka the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1811 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA 19031-1111

Phone 1: (215) 402-0800

Fax: (215) 402-0449


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name James Taterka
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2466341409
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 39 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. James Taterka attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1985.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1528012531
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 22, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • MHI - He does 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.
  • 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. James Taterka

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. James Taterka has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 39 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Hillmont G.I., P.C


Practice Locations

1811 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA 19031-1111
Phone: (215) 402-0800
Fax: (215) 402-0449
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, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, December 29, 2009. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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