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CHINEME CHIMA-NLEWEM PA-C
NPI 1073124004
Physician Assistant in Odessa, TX

Active since August 13, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 N WASHINGTON AVE STE 400, ODESSA, TX 79761(432) 640-3774(432) 640-4774 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 19, 2022, Aug 13, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Chineme Chima-nlewem Pa-c NPPES

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

CHINEME CHIMA-NLEWEM PA-C (NPI 1073124004) is an individual physician assistant in Odessa, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA16124) and active in the NPI registry since August 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073124004
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHINEME CHIMA-NLEWEMCredential: PA-C
Location Address500 N WASHINGTON AVE STE 400Odessa, TX 79761-4437
Mailing AddressPo Box 2129Odessa, TX 79760-2129 · (432) 640-3774 · Fax (432) 640-4774
Phone(432) 640-3774
Fax(432) 640-4774
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 19, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 19, 2022
✔ NPI 1073124004 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · PA16124
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
500 N WASHINGTON AVE STE 400, Odessa, TX 79761
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

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

Chineme Chima-nlewem Pa-c 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 ID9436526662
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221101001987
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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
1,930 services102 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.
497 services149 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
183 services100 patients
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles 20552
Trigger point injection is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle that form when muscles do not relax. 1-2 muscles are typically treated in one session. The procedure involves injecting medications into these points to alleviate pain.
135 services79 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
134 services73 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
130 services75 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Odessa, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450132
Location500 W 4th StreetOdessa, TX 79761 · Ector County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Reeves County Hospital District

Critical Access Hospitals · Pecos, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451377
Location2349 Medical DrivePecos, TX 79772 · Reeves County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79761 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

87.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality83.27
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40
Cost67.09

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.

HANAH LEE PLEINES FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
500 N WASHINGTON AVE STE 400
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-3774
NAKIRA NKOGALLOGO FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
500 N WASHINGTON AVE STE 400
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-3774

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 Chineme Chima-nlewem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chineme Chima-nlewem is 1073124004. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2020.

Where is Chineme Chima-nlewem located?

Chineme Chima-nlewem practices at 500 N Washington Ave Ste 400, Odessa, TX 79761. The listed phone number is (432) 640-3774.

What is Chineme Chima-nlewem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Chineme Chima-nlewem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chineme Chima-nlewem 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.

What insurance does Chineme Chima-nlewem accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Chineme Chima-nlewem 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 Chineme Chima-nlewem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chineme Chima-nlewem is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital and Reeves County Hospital District.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chineme Chima-nlewem was last updated on October 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.