Dr. Barbara Plucknett

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 33+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Barbara Plucknett, MD, is an Obstetrics/Gynecology specialist in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in Obstetrics/Gynecology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Moses Taylor Hospital, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Geisinger - Community Medical Center, Regional Hospital Of Scranton. Dr. Barbara Plucknett accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (570) 344-9997 to request Dr. Barbara Plucknett the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 743 Jefferson Ave
Suite 203
Scranton, PA 18510-1635

Phone 1: (570) 344-9997

Fax: (570) 344-3158


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Barbara Plucknett
Gender Female
PECOS ID 8022057967
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She 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 33 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.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Barbara Plucknett attended and graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 1991.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1518950914
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, June 26, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She 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 - She 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 - She 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 - She 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. Barbara Plucknett

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Barbara Plucknett has been primarily specialized in Obstetrics & Gynecology for over 33 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Obstetrics & Gynecology
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals



Practice Locations

743 Jefferson Ave
Suite 203
Scranton, PA 18510-1635

Phone: (570) 344-9997
Fax: (570) 344-3158
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, August 29, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, June 26, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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