Dr. William Scott Belfar

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 34+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. William Scott Belfar I, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Niskayuna, New York. He attended and graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1990, having over 34 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. Dr. William Scott Belfar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including East Side Psychiatric Services, Pc. Dr. William Scott Belfar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. William Scott Belfar at 1805 Providence Ave to request Dr. William Scott Belfar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1805 Providence Ave
Niskayuna, NY 12309-3923


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name William Scott Belfar I
Gender Male
PECOS ID 4789660465
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

  • Psychiatry (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 34 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. William Scott Belfar attended and graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1568405132
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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 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. William Scott Belfar

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. William Scott Belfar has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 34 years of experience.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
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    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.


Medical Group Practice

  • East Side Psychiatric Services, Pc


Practice Locations

1805 Providence Ave
Niskayuna, NY 12309-3923
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, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, September 15, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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