Dr. Jose J Rivera Colon
Urology in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 44+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Jose J Rivera Colon, MD, is a Urology specialist in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1980, having over 44 years of diverse experience, especially in Urology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Mennonite General Hospital Inc. Dr. Jose J Rivera Colon accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (787) 857-3999 to request Dr. Jose J Rivera Colon the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Jose J Rivera Colon |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6103094347 |
| 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
- Urology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 44 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. Jose J Rivera Colon attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1980.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1699782862
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, August 1, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, February 3, 2011
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 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.
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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. Jose J Rivera Colon
Medical Licenses
Dr. Jose J Rivera Colon has been primarily specialized in Urology for over 44 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Urology
click for detail Urology A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
| 8814 | Puerto Rico |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Aibonito, Puerto Rico | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Practice Locations
156 Calle Barcelo
Barranquitas, PR 00705-1621
Phone: (787) 857-3999
Fax: (787) 857-4287
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, February 3, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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