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DR. CHINYELU CHARLENE NWASIKE MD
NPI 1164839148
Internal Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Active since July 22, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW, ATLANTA, GA 30309(404) 605-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 15, 2021, Jan 11, 2021, Jul 2, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Chinyelu Charlene Nwasike Md NPPES

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

DR. CHINYELU CHARLENE NWASIKE MD (NPI 1164839148) is an individual internal medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (78679) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164839148
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHINYELU CHARLENE NWASIKECredential: MD
Location Address1968 PEACHTREE RD NWAtlanta, GA 30309-1281
Mailing Address1514 Vernon RdLagrange, GA 30240-4131 · (706) 812-2369
Phone(404) 605-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 15, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 15, 2021
✔ NPI 1164839148 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 78679✔ Licensed in SC · 51695✔ Licensed in TX · S2439✔ Licensed in LA · MD. 207070
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 78679 (GA)
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Chinyelu Nwasike Md

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11514 Vernon RdLaGrange, GA 30240-4131 · Phone (706) 812-2369
Location 2309 Jackson StMonroe, LA 71201-7407 · Phone (318) 966-4543

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., HMO Louisiana, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Dr. Chinyelu Charlene Nwasike Md 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 ID9537484696
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170831002418
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 4

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 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.
324 services147 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.
132 services127 patients
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.
91 services58 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
87 services86 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Piedmont Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110083
Location1968 Peachtree Rd NWAtlanta, GA 30309 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30309 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
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

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.

TRACY PURCELL NICHOLAS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW, PIEDMONT HOSPITAL TRANSPLANT SERVICES
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 605-4602
JINAL ACHYUTKUMAR KHAMAR CAA
Anesthesiology
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 605-5000
BRITTANY R BARRON
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 451-0960
ELIZABETH ELOISE COTTEN PA-C
Physician Assistant
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 367-3014
DEBORA LOU COURSEY-PRAH MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 605-5000
CAROLINE MCCOY ANP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW, BUILDING 77, 5TH FLOOR
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (404) 605-4358
CHARITA MERCHANT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (678) 216-0771
TAYLOR JONES PA-C
Physician Assistant
1968 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Fulton County (470) 788-1010

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 Chinyelu Nwasike's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chinyelu Nwasike is 1164839148. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2014. The provider is also known as Dr. Chinyelu Nwasike MD.

Where is Chinyelu Nwasike located?

Chinyelu Nwasike practices at 1968 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. The listed phone number is (404) 605-5000.

What is Chinyelu Nwasike's specialty?

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

Is Chinyelu Nwasike enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chinyelu Nwasike 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 Chinyelu Nwasike accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., HMO Louisiana and Oscar Insurance Company list Chinyelu Nwasike 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 Chinyelu Nwasike affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chinyelu Nwasike is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chinyelu Nwasike was last updated on September 15, 2021. 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.