Dr. David Pochatko
Orthopedic Surgery in East Amherst, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 36+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. David Pochatko, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgery specialist in East Amherst, New York. He attended and graduated from State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Kaleida Health. Dr. David Pochatko also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Northtowns Orthopedics, Pc. Dr. David Pochatko accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (716) 636-1470 to request Dr. David Pochatko the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
David Pochatko |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5991709198 |
| 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
- Orthopedic Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 36 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. David Pochatko attended and graduated from State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1588646426
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, July 16, 2013
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. David Pochatko
Medical Licenses
Dr. David Pochatko has been primarily specialized in Foot and Ankle Surgery for over 36 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Foot and Ankle Surgery
click for detail Foot and Ankle Surgery Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
| 195032 | New York |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
| 195032 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Buffalo, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Northtowns Orthopedics, Pc
| Northtowns Orthopedics, Pc | 23 |
Practice Locations
8750 Transit Rd
Suite 105
East Amherst, NY 14051-2610
Phone: (716) 636-1470
Fax: (716) 636-1423
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
Tuesday, July 16, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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