Dr. Muhammad A Virk

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 21+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Muhammad A Virk, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2003, having over 21 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hanover Hospital, Palmerton Hospital, York Hospital. Dr. Muhammad A Virk also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Lehigh Gorge Inpatient Services, Pllc. Dr. Muhammad A Virk may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Muhammad A Virk at 211 N 12th St to request Dr. Muhammad A Virk the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 211 N 12th St
Lehighton, PA 18235-1138


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Muhammad A Virk
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2961690243
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 21 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. Muhammad A Virk graduated from medical school in 2003.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1275845620
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 13, 2010
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, April 30, 2015

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. Muhammad A Virk

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Muhammad A Virk has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 21 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.
  • 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.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Lehigh Gorge Inpatient Services, Pllc


Practice Locations

211 N 12th St
Lehighton, PA 18235-1138
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, July 2, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, April 30, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Muhammad A Virk [NPI: 1275845620]Gastroenterology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine