DR. NKIRUKA OKOYECHIRA DNP
NPI 1073021374
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Baltimore, MD

Active since January 20, 2018
74.39/100
CMS Quality Rating
345 SAINT PAUL ST, BALTIMORE, MD 21202(410) 332-9000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 27, 2026, Jul 8, 2022, Jan 20, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Nkiruka Okoyechira Dnp NPPES

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

DR. NKIRUKA OKOYECHIRA DNP (NPI 1073021374) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Baltimore, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (R237965) and active in the NPI registry since January 2018. She is affiliated with University Of Md Capital Region Medical Center and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073021374
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NKIRUKA OKOYECHIRACredential: DNP
Location Address345 SAINT PAUL STBaltimore, MD 21202-2123
Mailing Address6325 Woodside Ct Ste 200Columbia, MD 21046-1075 · (646) 785-1692
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJanuary 20, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 27, 2026
NPI 1073021374 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License Licensed in MD · R237965
Definition

(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.

Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License F340874-1 (NY), R237965 (MD)
345 SAINT PAUL ST, Baltimore, MD 21202

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Nkiruka Okoyechira Dnp is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID42694283
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220907001582, I20221227000030

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
37 services36 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
27 services27 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840
Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

University Of MD Capital Region Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Upper Marlboro, MD
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210003
Location901 North Harry S Truman DriveUpper Marlboro, MD 20774 · Prince Georges County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Johns Hopkins Hospital, The

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210009
Location600 North Wolfe StreetBaltimore, MD 21287 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210029
Location4940 Eastern AvenueBaltimore, MD 21224 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

74.39/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.71
Promoting Interoperability97
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.43

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Social Worker (Clinical)
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Anesthesiology
345 SAINT PAUL ST, MERCY MEDICAL CENTER, BUNTING BUILDING, 7TH FLOOR
BALTIMORE, MD 21202
Obstetrics & Gynecology
345 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21202

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 Nkiruka Okoyechira's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nkiruka Okoyechira is 1073021374. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 20, 2018.

Where is Nkiruka Okoyechira located?

Nkiruka Okoyechira practices at 345 Saint Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21202. The listed phone number is (410) 332-9000.

What is Nkiruka Okoyechira's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Nkiruka Okoyechira enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nkiruka Okoyechira is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Is Nkiruka Okoyechira affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nkiruka Okoyechira is affiliated with University Of MD Capital Region Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, The and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nkiruka Okoyechira was last updated on March 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.