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DR. OBINNA FERDINAND AKANO OD, DRPH
NPI 1104101260
Optometrist in Bronx, NY

Active since October 19, 2011PECOS Enrolled
2742A E TREMONT AVE, BRONX, NY 10461(718) 684-5634(380) 333-9618 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2022, Jan 28, 2019, Jul 23, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Obinna Ferdinand Akano Od, Drph NPPES

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

DR. OBINNA FERDINAND AKANO OD, DRPH (NPI 1104101260) is an individual optometrist in Bronx, New York, licensed in New York (007797) and active in the NPI registry since October 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104101260
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. OBINNA FERDINAND AKANOCredential: OD, DRPH
Location Address2742A E TREMONT AVEBronx, NY 10461-2808
Mailing Address2742a E Tremont AveBronx, NY 10461-2808 · (718) 684-5634 · Fax (380) 333-9618
Phone(718) 684-5634
Fax(380) 333-9618
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateOctober 19, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2022
✔ NPI 1104101260 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 007797
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
2742A E TREMONT AVE, Bronx, NY 10461
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid03454515NY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Obinna Ferdinand Akano Od, Drph is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1850540204
PECOS Enrollment IDI20121001000059
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 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.

Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
14 services14 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
13 services13 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10461 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
$83.44 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $20.86 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

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.

KELVIN PERALTA O.D
Optometrist
2742A E TREMONT AVE
BRONX, NY 10461
Bronx County (347) 422-7380
I AND EYE OPTOMETRY PC
Optometrist
2742A E TREMONT AVE
BRONX, NY 10461
Bronx County (718) 684-5634

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 Obinna Akano's NPI number?

The NPI number for Obinna Akano is 1104101260. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 19, 2011.

Where is Obinna Akano located?

Obinna Akano practices at 2742A E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10461. The listed phone number is (718) 684-5634.

What is Obinna Akano's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Obinna Akano enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Obinna Akano is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Obinna Akano accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Obinna Akano 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 Obinna Akano was last updated on July 28, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.