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DR. MICHAEL CHIBAKA AWASUM M.D.
NPI 1003214107
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Ponce, PR

Active since December 05, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
234-A PARQUE INDUSTRIAL SABANETA, PONCE, PR 00716(787) 841-8645(787) 848-4043 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Michael Chibaka Awasum M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MICHAEL CHIBAKA AWASUM M.D. (NPI 1003214107) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Ponce, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (18663) and active in the NPI registry since December 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Healthalliance Hospital Marys Avenue Campus, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003214107
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL CHIBAKA AWASUMCredential: M.D.
Location Address234-A PARQUE INDUSTRIAL SABANETAPonce, PR 00716
Mailing Address234-a Parque Industrial SabanetaPonce, PR 00716 · (787) 841-8645 · Fax (787) 848-4043
Phone(787) 841-8645
Fax(787) 848-4043
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2014
✔ NPI 1003214107 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 18663
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
234-A PARQUE INDUSTRIAL SABANETA, Ponce, PR 00716
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michael Chibaka Awasum M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3779805767
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230526001138
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
416 services258 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
260 services55 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
164 services96 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
111 services90 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
86 services54 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
83 services62 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Healthalliance Hospital Marys Avenue Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingston, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330224
Location105 Mary's AvenueKingston, NY 12401 · Ulster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Westchester Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Valhalla, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330234
Location100 Woods RdValhalla, NY 10595 · Westchester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Margaretville Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Margaretville, NY
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number331304
Location42084 State Highway 28Margaretville, NY 12455 · Delaware County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00716 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$130.65 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.24 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $25.06 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SOUTHERN PATHOLOGY SERVICES, INC.
Clinical Medical Laboratory
234-A PARQUE INDUSTRIAL SABANETA
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 841-0042
SOUTHERN REGIONAL BLOOD BANK
Blood Bank
234-A PARQUE INDUSTRIAL SABANETA
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 841-8645

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Michael Awasum's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Awasum is 1003214107. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2014.

Where is Michael Awasum located?

Michael Awasum practices at 234-A Parque Industrial Sabaneta, Ponce, PR 00716. The listed phone number is (787) 841-8645.

What is Michael Awasum's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Michael Awasum enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Awasum is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Michael Awasum affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Awasum is affiliated with Healthalliance Hospital Marys Avenue Campus, Westchester Medical Center and Margaretville Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Awasum was last updated on December 5, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.