DR. CHIDINMA NWACHUKWU M.D.
NPI 1043662695
Internal Medicine in Brooklyn, NY

Active since July 07, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1545 ATLANTIC AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11213(718) 613-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHIDINMA NWACHUKWU M.D. (NPI 1043662695) is an individual internal medicine provider in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in Idaho (M-15053) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043662695
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHIDINMA NWACHUKWUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1545 ATLANTIC AVEBrooklyn, NY 11213-1122
Mailing Address511 Capps Ln Apt 26Ukiah, CA 95482-7240 · (646) 683-9972
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 2020
NPI 1043662695 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in ID · M-15053
Definition
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.
1545 ATLANTIC AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11213

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu 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 ID2668809682
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210202000788
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
222 services104 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
50 services30 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
42 services40 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
34 services34 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Albany Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330013
Location43 New Scotland Avenue, Mail Code 34Albany, NY 12208 · Albany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Islip, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330286
Location1000 Montauk HighwayWest Islip, NY 11795 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11213 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
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$14.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Compressor, air power source for equipment which is not self-contained or cylinder driven E0565
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$30.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier27 claims27 services$64.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$32.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Pediatrics
1545 ATLANTIC AVE, INTERFAITH MEDICAL CENTER
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1545 ATLANTIC AVE, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1545 ATLANTIC AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11213

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 Chidinma Nwachukwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chidinma Nwachukwu is 1043662695. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2016.

Where is Chidinma Nwachukwu located?

Chidinma Nwachukwu practices at 1545 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213. The listed phone number is (718) 613-4000.

What is Chidinma Nwachukwu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Chidinma Nwachukwu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chidinma Nwachukwu 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 Chidinma Nwachukwu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chidinma Nwachukwu is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chidinma Nwachukwu was last updated on January 29, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.