Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko
Internal Medicine in Whiting, Indiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 32+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Whiting, Indiana. She attended and graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 1992, having over 32 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Community Hospital, Franciscan St Margaret Health - Hammond, Methodist Hospitals Inc, St Catherine Hospital Inc, St Mary Medical Center Inc. Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Benchik Medical Health Center Pc. Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (219) 659-1222 to request Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Paula Benchik-Abrinko |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
1456488543 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - She owns 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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 32 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. Paula Benchik-Abrinko attended and graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 1992.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1255389573
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, May 5, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, November 23, 2009
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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EHR - She 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 - 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.
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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. Paula Benchik-Abrinko
Medical Licenses
Dr. Paula Benchik-Abrinko has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 32 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.
| 01045436 | Indiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Munster, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Hammond, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Gary, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| East Chicago, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Hobart, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Benchik Medical Health Center Pc
| Benchik Medical Health Center Pc | |
Practice Locations
1534 119th St
Whiting, IN 46394-1733
Phone: (219) 659-1222
Fax: (219) 659-0428
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
Monday, November 23, 2009. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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