Dr. Jaafar Afshar
Obstetrics/Gynecology in Melrose Park, Illinois
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 51+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Jaafar Afshar, MD, is an Obstetrics/Gynecology specialist in Melrose Park, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1973, having over 51 years of diverse experience, especially in Obstetrics/Gynecology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hinsdale Hospital, Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. Jaafar Afshar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Ava Women's Health Associates, S.C. Dr. Jaafar Afshar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (708) 681-7670 to request Dr. Jaafar Afshar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Jaafar Afshar |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
7517923279 |
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
- Obstetrics/Gynecology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 51 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. Jaafar Afshar graduated from medical school in 1973.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1043287691
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, March 2, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Saturday, October 15, 2011
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 Dr. Jaafar Afshar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Jaafar Afshar has been primarily specialized in Obstetrics & Gynecology for over 51 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Obstetrics & Gynecology
click for detail Obstetrics & Gynecology An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
| 036058379 | Illinois |
- Obstetrics & Gynecology / Reproductive Endocrinology
click for detail Reproductive Endocrinology An obstetrician/gynecologist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
| 036058379 | Illinois |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Hinsdale, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Melrose Park, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Maywood, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Ava Women's Health Associates, S.C
| Ava Women's Health Associates, S.C | 2 |
Practice Locations
675 W North Ave
Ste 101 Gottlieb Professional Building
Melrose Park, IL 60160-1622
Phone: (708) 681-7670
Fax: (708) 681-7672
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
675 W N Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60160-1622
Phone: (708) 681-7670
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
Saturday, October 15, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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