Dr. Bruce Garretson
Ophthalmology in Gaylord, Michigan
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 42+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Bruce Garretson, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Gaylord, Michigan. He attended and graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Beaumont Health System. Dr. Bruce Garretson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Associated Retinal Consultants Pc. Dr. Bruce Garretson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (989) 448-0937 to request Dr. Bruce Garretson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Bruce Garretson |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
3173435674 |
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
- Ophthalmology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 42 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. Bruce Garretson attended and graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1982.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1659308617
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, May 16, 2014
Quality Reporting
-
eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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. Bruce Garretson
Connect Dr. Bruce Garretson
Medical Licenses
Dr. Bruce Garretson has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 42 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
click for detail Ophthalmology An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
| 4301402686 | Michigan |
- Ophthalmology / Retina Specialist
click for detail Retina Specialist An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
| 4301402686 | Michigan |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Royal Oak, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Associated Retinal Consultants Pc
| Associated Retinal Consultants Pc | 25 |
Practice Locations
952 N Ctr Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735-9375
Phone: (989) 448-0937
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
Friday, May 16, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
Contact Dr. Bruce Garretson by phone: (989) 448-0937 for verification, detailed information, or booking an appointment before going to.
See more related doctors and physicians
Reviews
Dr. Bruce Garretson [NPI: 1659308617]Ophthalmology