Dr. Ruben James Torrez
Internal Medicine in Artesia, New Mexico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 25+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Ruben James Torrez, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Artesia, New Mexico. He attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1999, having over 25 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Artesia General Hospital. Dr. Ruben James Torrez also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Artesia General Hospital. Dr. Ruben James Torrez accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (575) 748-8000 to request Dr. Ruben James Torrez the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Ruben James Torrez |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8729990155 |
| 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 25 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. Ruben James Torrez attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1999.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1770546756
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, April 10, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Ruben James Torrez
Medical Licenses
Dr. Ruben James Torrez has been primarily specialized in Family Medicine for over 25 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Family Medicine
click for detail Family Medicine Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
| 2004-0096 | New Mexico |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Artesia, New Mexico | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Artesia General Hospital | 33 |
Practice Locations
702 N 13th St
Artesia, NM 88210-1166
Phone: (575) 748-8000
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
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