Dr. David Birken
Internal Medicine in Santa Barbara, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 33+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. David Birken, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Santa Barbara, California. He attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Dr. David Birken also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Santa Barbara Internal Medicine Group. Dr. David Birken accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (805) 964-9858 to request Dr. David Birken the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
David Birken |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6507759040 |
| 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 33 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. David Birken attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 1991.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1700801321
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 13, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, April 26, 2012
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. David Birken
Medical Licenses
Dr. David Birken has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 33 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.
| G075463 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Santa Barbara, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Santa Barbara, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Santa Barbara Internal Medicine Group
| Santa Barbara Internal Medicine Group | 3 |
Practice Locations
5333 Hollister Ave
#201
Santa Barbara, CA 93111-2341
Phone: (805) 964-9858
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
Wednesday, July 23, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, April 26, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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