Dr. Richard Whitlock
Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) in Edgefield, South Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 50+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard Whitlock Jr., MD, is a Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) specialist in Edgefield, South Carolina. He attended and graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1974, having over 50 years of diverse experience, especially in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Edgefield County Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Jenkins, Optim Medical Center - Screven, University Hospital, University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center. Dr. Richard Whitlock also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Cardiology Associates Llc. Dr. Richard Whitlock accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (803) 637-3146 to request Dr. Richard Whitlock the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard Whitlock Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0749362549 |
| 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
- Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 50 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. Richard Whitlock attended and graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1974.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1053335828
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, November 1, 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. Richard Whitlock
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard Whitlock has been primarily specialized in Cardiovascular Disease for over 50 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
click for detail Cardiovascular Disease An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
| 020623 | Georgia |
- Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
click for detail Cardiovascular Disease An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
| 7340 | South Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Edgefield, South Carolina | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Optim Medical Center - Jenkins | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Optim Medical Center - Screven | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Augusta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Thomson, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- University Cardiology Associates Llc
| University Cardiology Associates Llc | 35 |
Practice Locations
200 Ridge Medical Plaza Rd
Edgefield, SC 29824-4530
Phone: (803) 637-3146
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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Friday, February 24, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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