Dr. Alfred Ricks
Internal Medicine in West Columbia, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 48+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Alfred Ricks Jr., MD,PHD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in West Columbia, Texas. He attended and graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1976, having over 48 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Baptist Medical Center, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital, Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital. Dr. Alfred Ricks accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (979) 345-6599 to request Dr. Alfred Ricks the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Alfred Ricks Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6608815501 |
| 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)
- Emergency Medicine
Experience
- Over 48 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.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.
Education and Training
- Dr. Alfred Ricks attended and graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1976.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1750352563
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, January 30, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, September 8, 2013
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. Alfred Ricks
Medical Licenses
Dr. Alfred Ricks has been primarily specialized in Emergency Medicine for over 48 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| E6581 | Texas |
- 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.
| E6581 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| San Antonio, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Seguin, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Local |
| San Antonio, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Kenedy, Texas | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Practice Locations
2142 Riverside Dr
West Columbia, TX 77486-9642
Phone: (979) 345-6599
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, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, September 8, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Alfred Ricks [NPI: 1750352563]Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine