Dr. James Dennis Saffa
Internal Medicine in Kirkwood, Missouri
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 49+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. James Dennis Saffa Jr., MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Kirkwood, Missouri. He attended and graduated from University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine in 1975, having over 49 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Washington, St Lukes Hospital, Mercy Hospital St Louis. Dr. James Dennis Saffa also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Mercy Clinic East Communities. Dr. James Dennis Saffa accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. James Dennis Saffa at 816 S Kirkwood Rd to request Dr. James Dennis Saffa the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
James Dennis Saffa Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9133171655 |
| 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)
Experience
- Over 49 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. James Dennis Saffa attended and graduated from University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine in 1975.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1063431526
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, January 21, 2015
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 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. James Dennis Saffa
Medical Licenses
Dr. James Dennis Saffa has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 49 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- 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.
| R6917 | Missouri |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Town and Country, Missouri | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Washington, Missouri | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Chesterfield, Missouri | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Saint Louis, Missouri | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Mercy Clinic East Communities
| Mercy Clinic East Communities | 279 |
Practice Locations
816 S Kirkwood Rd
Kirkwood, MO 63122-6056
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
Wednesday, January 21, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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