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MRS. NCHEKWUBE CYNTHIA OKAFOR RNP.PMHNP-BC
NPI 1073220976
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Scottsdale, AZ

Active since October 31, 2022PECOS Enrolled
RIVER PEOPLE HEALTH CENTER, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85256(480) 278-7742 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 24, 2025, Feb 19, 2025, Oct 31, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Mrs. Nchekwube Cynthia Okafor Rnp.pmhnp-bc NPPES

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

MRS. NCHEKWUBE CYNTHIA OKAFOR RNP.PMHNP-BC (NPI 1073220976) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Scottsdale, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (290182) and active in the NPI registry since October 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073220976
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NCHEKWUBE CYNTHIA OKAFORCredential: RNP.PMHNP-BC
Location AddressRIVER PEOPLE HEALTH CENTERScottsdale, AZ 85256
Mailing Address10928 W Elm StPhoenix, AZ 85037-1093 · (602) 587-8053
Phone(480) 278-7742
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 24, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1073220976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 290182
RIVER PEOPLE HEALTH CENTER, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Mrs. Nchekwube Cynthia Okafor Rnp.pmhnp-bc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Nchekwube Okafor reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
4.0 mi
Community Health
10901 E MCDOWELL RD
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 147 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538583125 (480) 278-7742

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 3

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.

Telephone or internet referral service, 30 minutes 99452
A telephone or internet referral service involves a 30-minute session where you can discuss your health concerns with a healthcare professional. They will listen to your symptoms, answer your questions, and guide you to the appropriate specialist or service for further assistance. This service is safe, confidential, and convenient.
41 services16 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
30 services14 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
27 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85256 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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 Nchekwube Okafor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nchekwube Okafor is 1073220976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2022.

Where is Nchekwube Okafor located?

Nchekwube Okafor practices at River People Health Center, Scottsdale, AZ 85256. The listed phone number is (480) 278-7742.

What is Nchekwube Okafor's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Nchekwube Okafor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nchekwube Okafor is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Nchekwube Okafor's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nchekwube Okafor reassigns Medicare benefits to Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (Scottsdale, AZ). The 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 Nchekwube Okafor's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nchekwube Okafor accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona list Nchekwube Okafor 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nchekwube Okafor was last updated on March 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.