BRUCE SAIDMAN Review - (MEDICAL ONCOLOGY)
Get our detailed analysis and review of CMS data for BRUCE SAIDMAN.
Data is as of March 07, 2024.
The Most Important Data about BRUCE SAIDMAN
In the briefest summary, BRUCE SAIDMAN is a specialist in MEDICAL ONCOLOGY. Other specialties include HEMATOLOGY, and HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY. BRUCE SAIDMAN attended TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, graduating in 1984. He maintains 1 office locations. He is a part of 1 medical group. He is affiliated with 2 medical organizations (including hospitals, hospices, and skilled nursing facilities).
National Provider Number (NPI):
1053337295What is this page all about?
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Specialties and Sub-Specialties:
BRUCE SAIDMAN is a specialist in MEDICAL ONCOLOGY. Other specialties include HEMATOLOGY, and HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY.
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY: Medical oncology is a type of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer. A medical oncologist’s job is to take care of cancer patients by using things like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy. A medical oncologist will work with other doctors to create a treatment plan that’s best for you. They’ll explain your cancer diagnosis to you, including the type and what stage you have. They’ll also help you manage your cancer sympt... (more information)
HEMATOLOGY: A hematologist is a specialist in hematology, the science or study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases. The medical aspect of hematology is concerned with the treatment of blood disorders and malignancies, including types of hemophilia, leukemia, lymphoma and sickle-cell anemia. Hematology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with the physiology, pathology, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention of blood-related disorders.Becoming a hematologist requires 7 ... (more information)
HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY: Hematologists-Oncologists also known as Heme Oncs, merge training in two medical specialties to provide healthcare services for blood diseases and cancers of all forms. Hematology-Oncology is a medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing and treating of patient with blood abnormalities as well as malignant diseases. Although Oncology (cancer) and Hematology (blood) are two distinct medical sub-specialties of Internal Medicine, they frequently overlap since many tumors influence the blood and vi... (more information)
Reviews and Ratings
MIPS Scores for BRUCE SAIDMAN
MIPS is an acronym for Merit-Based Incentive Payment System. Authorized by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reaouthorization Act of 2015, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ("CMS") developed MIPS to reward clinicians for the value of care they provide rather than the volume of care, quality over quantity. The MIPS final score determines a provider's Medicare Part B payment adjustments. MIPS also created a means for consumers to rank providers.
MIPS scores are calculated using four performance categories, quality, cost, improvement activities, and promotion of interoperability. Higher scores are better. The highest final MIPS score is 100.
Final MIPS Score | 100 |
Final MIPS Score without CPB | 100 |
PI Category Score | 100 |
IA Category Score | 40 |
Quality Category Score | 100 |
Measures and Activities
These are important measures that CMS tracks for each doctor. Not all doctors or medical professionals have data.
Oncology: Advance Care Planning in Metastatic Cancer Patients | |
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization | |
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | |
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | |
Advance Care Plan | |
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | |
Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified | |
Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Plan of Care for Moderate to Severe Pain | |
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information | |
Support Electronic Referral Loops By Receiving and Incorporating Health Information | |
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | |
e-Prescribing | |
Clinical Data Registry Reporting | Yes |
Controlling High Blood Pressure | 46% |
Immunization Registry Reporting | Yes |
ONC Direct Review Attestation | Yes |
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 67% |
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 66% |
Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes |
Provide Education Opportunities for New Clinicians | Yes |
Query of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) | Yes |
Security Risk Analysis | Yes |
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 0% |
Office Locations and Phone Numbers for BRUCE SAIDMAN
The NursingHomeDatabase database has 1 office location for BRUCE SAIDMAN.
382 PIERCE ST
KINGSTON, PA 18704
570-288-7231
Group and Medical Organization Affiliations for BRUCE SAIDMAN
Doctors Groups:
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF WYOMING VALLEY, PC
Medical Organizations:
Hospital: GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
Hospital: WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL
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