Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro
Psychiatry in Asheville, North Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 35+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Asheville, North Carolina. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1989, having over 35 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital, Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce. Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Tender Loving Care Homes Inc. Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (828) 676-1657 to request Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro |
| Professional Name |
Ricardo C Bierrenbach |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
4183686215 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns 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
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 35 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. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro graduated from medical school in 1989.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1881645505
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 15, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, November 3, 2017
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. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro
Medical Licenses
Dr. Ricardo C Bierrenbach-Decastro has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 35 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 200200866 | North Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Hendersonville, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Asheville, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Tender Loving Care Homes Inc
| Tender Loving Care Homes Inc | 5 |
Practice Locations
2 Walden Ridge Dr
Asheville, NC 28803-8598
Phone: (828) 676-1657
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
1979 Hendersonville Rd Ste D
Asheville, NC 28803-2475
Phone: (828) 974-7004
Fax: (828) 974-7005
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, November 3, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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