Dr. Cortez A Tucker

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 39+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Cortez A Tucker, MD,M D, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Humboldt, Tennessee. He attended and graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. Dr. Cortez A Tucker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Conventional And Alternative Therapy Health Services Pllc. Dr. Cortez A Tucker accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (731) 784-1975 to request Dr. Cortez A Tucker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1803 E Main St
Humboldt, TN 38343-2921

Phone 1: (731) 784-1975

Fax: (731) 784-1245


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Cortez A Tucker
Gender Male
PECOS ID 5193782894
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

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Anesthesiology

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.
  • M D

Education and Training

  • Dr. Cortez A Tucker attended and graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1295836625
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, July 27, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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. Cortez A Tucker

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Cortez A Tucker has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 39 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.
  • Anesthesiology / Pain Medicine
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    Pain Medicine
    An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
  • Pain Medicine / Pain Medicine
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    Pain Medicine
    Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education. It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain. A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain. The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner. The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient’s pain care with public and private agencies. The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.


Medical Group Practice

  • Conventional And Alternative Therapy Health Services Pllc


Practice Locations

1803 E Main St
Humboldt, TN 38343-2921
Phone: (731) 784-1975
Fax: (731) 784-1245
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


1803 Main St
Humboldt, TN 38343-2922
Phone: (731) 784-1975
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, September 8, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, July 27, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Cortez A Tucker [NPI: 1295836625]Internal Medicine, Anesthesiology