Mr. Walter S Howard
Nurse Practitioner in Forest, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 14+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Mr. Walter S Howard, NP, is a Nurse Practitioner specialist in Forest, Mississippi. He graduated in 2010, having over 14 years of diverse experience, especially in Nurse Practitioner. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Anderson Regional Medical Ctr, Lackey Memorial Hospital. Mr. Walter S Howard also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Independent Healthcare Management Inc. Mr. Walter S Howard accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (601) 469-4151 to request Mr. Walter S Howard the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Walter S Howard |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0446446165 |
| 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
- Nurse Practitioner (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 14 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Nurse Practitioner (NP)
help Nurse Practitioner
A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced coursework and clinical education beyond that required of the generalist registered nurse (RN) role.
Education and Training
- Mr. Walter S Howard graduated in 2010.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1609187293
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 29, 2010
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 Mr. Walter S Howard
Medical Licenses
Mr. Walter S Howard has been primarily specialized in Nurse Practitioner for over 14 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers / Nurse Practitioner
click for detail Nurse Practitioner (1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
| R867382 | Mississippi |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Meridian, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Forest, Mississippi | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Independent Healthcare Management Inc
| Independent Healthcare Management Inc | 17 |
Practice Locations
330 N Broad St
Forest, MS 39074-3508
Phone: (601) 469-4151
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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