Dr. Cornelio J Porras
Internal Medicine in Clifton, New Jersey
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 37+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Cornelio J Porras, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Clifton, New Jersey. He attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1987, having over 37 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Saint Clare's Hospital, St Joseph's Regional Medical Center, St Mary's Hospital Passaic. Dr. Cornelio J Porras accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (973) 777-7911 to request Dr. Cornelio J Porras the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Cornelio J Porras |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5294770723 |
| 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)
- Pulmonary Disease
Experience
- Over 37 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. Cornelio J Porras attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1987.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1255386850
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, July 14, 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 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 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. Cornelio J Porras
Medical Licenses
Dr. Cornelio J Porras has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 37 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.
| 25MA06198100 | New Jersey |
- Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
click for detail Pulmonary Disease An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
| 61981 | New Jersey |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Hackensack, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Teaneck, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Denville, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Paterson, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Passaic, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Practice Locations
6 Brighton Rd
2nd Floor
Clifton, NJ 07012-1647
Phone: (973) 777-7911
Fax: (973) 777-5403
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
Thursday, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, July 14, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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