Dr. Shikha Merchia
Internal Medicine in Abington, Massachusetts
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 27+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Shikha Merchia, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Abington, Massachusetts. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1997, having over 27 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, South Shore Hospital. Dr. Shikha Merchia also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Steward Medical Group Inc. Dr. Shikha Merchia accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (781) 878-1903 to request Dr. Shikha Merchia the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Shikha Merchia |
| Former Name |
Shikha Singhal |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
6608842018 |
| 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 27 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help 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. Shikha Merchia graduated from medical school in 1997.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1689648461
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, February 16, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, October 26, 2017
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Shikha Merchia
Medical Licenses
Dr. Shikha Merchia has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 27 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail 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.
| 231507 | Massachusetts |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Brockton, Massachusetts | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| South Weymouth, Massachusetts | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Steward Medical Group Inc
| Steward Medical Group Inc | 1071 |
Practice Locations
673 Bedford St
Abington, MA 02351-1921
Phone: (781) 878-1903
Fax: (781) 982-0387
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
Thursday, October 26, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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