Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 24+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Ridgecrest, California. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2000, having over 24 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including La Laser Center, Pc. Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield at 1200 N China Lake Blvd C to request Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1200 N China Lake Blvd
C
Ridgecrest, CA 93555-2665
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Kristine M Hirschfield
Gender Female
PECOS ID 2365436318
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

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 24 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. Kristine M Hirschfield graduated from medical school in 2000.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1780670091
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, September 22, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, August 18, 2011

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - 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.
  • 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. Kristine M Hirschfield

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Kristine M Hirschfield has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 24 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.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Dermatology
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    Dermatology
    A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.


Affiliated Hospitals

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital


Medical Group Practice

  • La Laser Center, Pc


Practice Locations

1200 N China Lake Blvd
C
Ridgecrest, CA 93555-2665

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 26, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, August 18, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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