Dr. Bassam Awwa
Psychiatry in Groton, Connecticut
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 47+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Bassam Awwa, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Groton, Connecticut. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1977, having over 47 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, William W Backus Hospital. Dr. Bassam Awwa also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Shoreline Counseling Group Llc. Dr. Bassam Awwa does not accept Medicare Assignment. Call (860) 449-0200 to request Dr. Bassam Awwa the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Bassam Awwa |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5193613198 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does not accept Medicare assignment. |
Medical Specialties
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
- Addiction Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Pain Management
Experience
- Over 47 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. Bassam Awwa graduated from medical school in 1977.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1881774354
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, November 13, 2008
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 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 - 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. Bassam Awwa
Medical Licenses
Dr. Bassam Awwa has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 47 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 024399 | Connecticut |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| New London, Connecticut | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Norwich, Connecticut | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Shoreline Counseling Group Llc
| Shoreline Counseling Group Llc | 5 |
Practice Locations
616 Gold Star Hwy
Groton, CT 06340-6221
Phone: (860) 449-0200
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, November 3, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, November 13, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Bassam Awwa [NPI: 1881774354]Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Geriatric Psychiatry, Pain Management