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CHIZOBA CHIKA UMEH M.D.
NPI 1023291556
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Boston, MA

Active since December 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
45 FRANCIS ST STE BB204, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSPITAL, DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGY, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 525-5504(617) 525-5252 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 19, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Chizoba Chika Umeh M.d. NPPES

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

CHIZOBA CHIKA UMEH M.D. (NPI 1023291556) is an individual neurology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (254319) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023291556
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameCHIZOBA CHIKA UMEHCredential: M.D.
Location Address45 FRANCIS ST STE BB204, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSPITAL, DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGYBoston, MA 02115-6105
Mailing Address45 Francis St Ste Bb204, Brigham And Womens Hospital, Department Of NeurologyBoston, MA 02115-6105 · (617) 525-5504 · Fax (617) 525-5252
Phone(617) 525-5504
Fax(617) 525-5252
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateDecember 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 19, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 19, 2026
✔ NPI 1023291556 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MA · 254319✔ Licensed in CT · 1.083580✔ Licensed in RI · MD20289
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
45 FRANCIS ST STE BB204, Boston, MA 02115
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1455 Toll Gate RdWarwick, RI 02886-2759 · Phone (972) 449-0540
Location 2540 LITCHFIELD STTORRINGTON, CT 06790-6679 · Phone (972) 449-0540

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Chizoba Chika Umeh 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 ID1254580103
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130917000007, I20250219000698, I20250304001968, I20250313000925, I20260107002303
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Chizoba Umeh reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc
0.1 mi
Internal Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500
Cambridge Public Health Commission
2.7 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 719 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487603585 (617) 665-1000
Lahey Clinic, Inc.
13 mi
Internal Medicine
41 MALL RD, LAHEY CLINIC
Burlington, MA 01805
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1063447316 (Massachusetts)
  • 1,574 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538194980 (781) 744-8000
Access Telecare, PLLC
1,549 mi
Internal Medicine
1717 MAIN ST STE 5850
Dallas, TX 75201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island enrollments
  • 90 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013303080 (972) 449-0540

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
115 services91 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
73 services40 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
67 services58 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
65 services65 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 70 minutes or more communicating with the patient via telehealth G0427
A Telehealth consultation is a virtual visit where you can discuss your health concerns with a healthcare provider from the comfort of your home. In this process, which typically lasts 70 minutes or more, the provider can assess, diagnose, and offer treatment options for your condition using communication technology.
55 services55 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
44 services43 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Northeast Hospital Corporation

Acute Care Hospitals · Beverly, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220033
Location85 Herrick StreetBeverly, MA 01915 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Emerson Hospital -

Acute Care Hospitals · W Concord, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220084
Location133 Old Road To 9 Acre CornerW Concord, MA 01742 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220171
Location41 & 45 Mall RoadBurlington, MA 01803 · Middlesex County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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 Chizoba Umeh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chizoba Umeh is 1023291556. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 6, 2007.

Where is Chizoba Umeh located?

Chizoba Umeh practices at 45 Francis St Ste Bb204 Brigham And Womens Hospital, Department Of Neurology, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 525-5504.

What is Chizoba Umeh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Chizoba Umeh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chizoba Umeh 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Chizoba Umeh's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chizoba Umeh reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA), Cambridge Public Health Commission (Cambridge, MA), Lahey Clinic, Inc. (Burlington, MA) and Access Telecare, PLLC (Dallas, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Chizoba Umeh's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chizoba Umeh accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Taro Health list Chizoba Umeh as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Chizoba Umeh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chizoba Umeh is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, Emerson Hospital - and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chizoba Umeh was last updated on January 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.