Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 19+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker Jr., DO, is a Critical Care (Intensivists) specialist in Shelby Township, Michigan. He attended and graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005, having over 19 years of diverse experience, especially in Critical Care (Intensivists). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Covenant Medical Center Inc. Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Covenant Medical Center, Inc.. Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (586) 314-0054 to request Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 50505 Schoenherr Rd
Suite 290
Shelby Township, MI 48315-3140

Phone 1: (586) 314-0054


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Bruce Lee Whitaker Jr.
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0446437131
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns 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

  • Critical Care (Intensivists) (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 19 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
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    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. Bruce Lee Whitaker attended and graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1790923969
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 5, 2011

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. Bruce Lee Whitaker

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker has been primarily specialized in Critical Care Medicine for over 19 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
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    Critical Care Medicine
    An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
  • 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

  • Covenant Medical Center, Inc.


Practice Locations

50505 Schoenherr Rd
Suite 290
Shelby Township, MI 48315-3140

Phone: (586) 314-0054
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, June 26, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, April 5, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Bruce Lee Whitaker [NPI: 1790923969]Critical Care (Intensivists), Internal Medicine