Dr. Chukwudum Uche
Internal Medicine in Henderson, Nevada
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 29+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Chukwudum Uche Jr., CP,MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Henderson, Nevada. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1995, having over 29 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center, St Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, St Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus. Dr. Chukwudum Uche also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Infectious Disease Associates. Dr. Chukwudum Uche accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (702) 868-8387 to request Dr. Chukwudum Uche the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Chukwudum Uche Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0648362699 |
| 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)
- Infectious Disease
Experience
- Over 29 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Care Partner (CP)
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A Care Partner is someone designated by the patient who can provide emotional, spiritual and physical support to him/her during the hospitalization. You can be a member of the patient's immediate family, such as a spouse, parent or sibling, or you can be a friend of the patient. The Care Partner program was designed to offer patients the opportunity to have someone close to them be involved in their care and partner with the healthcare teams during their hospital stay.
- Medical Doctor (MD)
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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. Chukwudum Uche graduated from medical school in 1995.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1528276052
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, May 18, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, December 30, 2013
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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 Dr. Chukwudum Uche
Medical Licenses
Dr. Chukwudum Uche has been primarily specialized in Infectious Disease for over 29 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Infectious Disease
click for detail Infectious Disease An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
| 12360 | Nevada |
- 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.
| 12360 | Nevada |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Las Vegas, Nevada | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Las Vegas, Nevada | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Las Vegas, Nevada | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Henderson, Nevada | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Infectious Disease Associates
| Infectious Disease Associates | 2 |
Practice Locations
1450 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy
B304 #668
Henderson, NV 89012-4477
Phone: (702) 868-8387
Fax: (702) 314-9134
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, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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Dr. Chukwudum Uche [NPI: 1528276052]Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease