Dr. Joel D Starnes

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 22+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Joel D Starnes III, MD,PHD, is a Nephrology specialist in Snyder, Texas. He attended and graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Covenant Hospital Plainview, Covenant Medical Center, Lamb Healthcare Center, Medical Arts Hospital, University Medical Center. Dr. Joel D Starnes also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Covenant Medical Group. Dr. Joel D Starnes accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (915) 573-1300 to request Dr. Joel D Starnes the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 5009 College Ave
Snyder, TX 79549-6109

Phone 1: (915) 573-1300


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Joel D Starnes III
Gender Male
PECOS ID 4587765045
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

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 22 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.
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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    Doctor of Philosophy
    A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Joel D Starnes attended and graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1568670396
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, May 17, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, October 28, 2011

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He 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.
  • 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. Joel D Starnes

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Joel D Starnes has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 22 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Covenant Medical Group


Practice Locations

5009 College Ave
Snyder, TX 79549-6109
Phone: (915) 573-1300
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, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, October 28, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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