Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 47+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1977, having over 47 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Arist Medical Sciences University Public Benefit Corporation. Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 840-7230 to request Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2431 Ave Las Americas
A. Porrata Pila
Ponce, PR 00717-2113

Phone 1: (787) 840-7230

Fax: (787) 848-7648


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Edgardo J Ortiz
Gender Male
PECOS ID 4284794744
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns 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

  • Ophthalmology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 47 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. Edgardo J Ortiz attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1710985502
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 14, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, July 12, 2016

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. Edgardo J Ortiz

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Edgardo J Ortiz has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 47 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology
    An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
  • Other Service Providers / Specialist
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    Specialist
    An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.


Medical Group Practice

  • Arist Medical Sciences University Public Benefit Corporation


Practice Locations

2431 Ave Las Americas
A. Porrata Pila
Ponce, PR 00717-2113

Phone: (787) 840-7230
Fax: (787) 848-7648
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


396 Calle Dr Luis F Salas
Ponce, PR 00716
Phone: (787) 840-0052
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 Wednesday, May 24, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, July 12, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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