Dr. Avi J Hettena

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 48+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Avi J Hettena, MD,N/A, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Lake Placid, New York. He attended and graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1976, having over 48 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Adirondack Medical Center. Dr. Avi J Hettena also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Adirondack Medical Center. Dr. Avi J Hettena accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (518) 523-3311 to request Dr. Avi J Hettena the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 29 Church St
Lake Placid, NY 12946-1805

Phone 1: (518) 523-3311
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Avi J Hettena
Gender Male
PECOS ID 5092903682
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns 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 48 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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.
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Education and Training

  • Dr. Avi J Hettena attended and graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1013029487
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, August 31, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 1, 2016

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. Avi J Hettena

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Avi J Hettena has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 48 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Adirondack Medical Center


Practice Locations

29 Church St
Lake Placid, NY 12946-1805
Phone: (518) 523-3311
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


45 Church St
Lake Placid, NY 12946-1805
Phone: (518) 857-2317
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 Thursday, August 4, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, February 1, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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