EDWARD WALKOWSKI Review - (DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY)
Get our detailed analysis and review of CMS data for EDWARD WALKOWSKI.
Data is as of March 07, 2024.
The Most Important Data about EDWARD WALKOWSKI
In the briefest summary, EDWARD WALKOWSKI is a specialist in DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY. No other specialties were noted. EDWARD WALKOWSKI attended OTHER, graduating in 1982. 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):
1871543793What is this page all about?
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Specialties and Sub-Specialties:
EDWARD WALKOWSKI is a specialist in DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY. No other specialties were noted.
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY: Radiologists review and interpret x-rays, CT scans, MRIs, PET scans and other types of imaging tests. However, there are some imaging tests that radiologists typically do not review. Cardiologists usually review their own echocardiograms and stress tests and Ob/Gyns usually review their own ultrasounds. Like Pathologists, Radiologists often do not directly interact with patients. Typically a technician performs the scan for the radiologist to review. (more information)
Reviews and Ratings
MIPS Scores for EDWARD WALKOWSKI
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 | 84.4 |
| Final MIPS Score without CPB | 78.6 |
| PI Category Score | |
| IA Category Score | 40 |
| Quality Category Score | 74.8 |
Measures and Activities
These are important measures that CMS tracks for each doctor. Not all doctors or medical professionals have data.
| Implementation of improvements that contribute to more timely communication of test results | Yes |
| Participation in Joint Commission Evaluation Initiative | Yes |
| Participation in an AHRQ-listed patient safety organization. | Yes |
| Use of QCDR data for ongoing practice assessment and improvements | Yes |
Office Locations and Phone Numbers for EDWARD WALKOWSKI
The NursingHomeDatabase database has 1 office location for EDWARD WALKOWSKI.
575 N RIVER ST
WILKES BARRE, PA 18764
877-235-7686
Group and Medical Organization Affiliations for EDWARD WALKOWSKI
Doctors Groups:
RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF WYOMING VALLEY INC
Medical Organizations:
Hospital: GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
Hospital: WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL
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