Dr. Colleen Buffington
Diagnostic Radiology in Newport, Rhode Island
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Colleen Buffington, DO, is a Diagnostic Radiology specialist in Newport, Rhode Island. She attended and graduated from Umdnj New Jersey School Of Osteo Medicine in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Diagnostic Radiology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Lancaster General Hospital, Miriam Hospital, Newport Hospital, Southcoast Hospital Group Inc. Dr. Colleen Buffington also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Aquidneck Radiologists, Inc. Dr. Colleen Buffington accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (401) 846-6400 to request Dr. Colleen Buffington the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Colleen Buffington |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
5597744136 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Diagnostic Radiology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 26 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
Education and Training
- Dr. Colleen Buffington attended and graduated from Umdnj New Jersey School Of Osteo Medicine in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1134122583
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2005
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Colleen Buffington
Medical Licenses
Dr. Colleen Buffington has been primarily specialized in Diagnostic Radiology for over 26 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology
click for detail Diagnostic Radiology A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
| OS010343L | Pennsylvania |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Providence, Rhode Island | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Newport, Rhode Island | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Fall River, Massachusetts | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Aquidneck Radiologists, Inc
| Aquidneck Radiologists, Inc | 3 |
Practice Locations
11 Friendship St
Newport, RI 02840-2209
Phone: (401) 846-6400
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
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