BAHIRU BELACHEW MEKETE MD
NPI 1245498781
Hospitalist in Chickasha, OK

Active since May 31, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
2220 W IOWA AVE, CHICKASHA, OK 73018(405) 779-2721(405) 779-2310 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Bahiru Belachew Mekete Md NPPES

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

BAHIRU BELACHEW MEKETE MD (NPI 1245498781) is an individual hospitalist provider in Chickasha, Oklahoma, licensed in Oklahoma (27293) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245498781
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameBAHIRU BELACHEW MEKETECredential: MD
Location Address2220 W IOWA AVEChickasha, OK 73018-2738
Mailing Address2220 W Iowa AveChickasha, OK 73018-2738 · (405) 779-2721 · Fax (405) 779-2310
Fax(405) 779-2310
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMay 31, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 8, 2016
NPI 1245498781 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in OK · 27293
Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 27293 (OK)
2220 W IOWA AVE, Chickasha, OK 73018

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Bahiru Mekete Belachew Md

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid200257680AOK
Medicare PINOKA103975OK

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Bahiru Belachew Mekete 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 ID9537215884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090929000090
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.

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.
280 services128 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.
207 services183 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
177 services173 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
158 services101 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
145 services127 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
58 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Grady Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chickasha, OK
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number370054
Location2220 Iowa StreetChickasha, OK 73018 · Grady County
Emergency services

Integris Southwest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Oklahoma City, OK
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370106
Location4401 South Western AvenueOklahoma City, OK 73109 · Oklahoma County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Oklahoma Heart Hospital, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Oklahoma City, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number370215
Location4050 West Memorial RoadOklahoma City, OK 73120 · Oklahoma County
Emergency services

The Physicians' Hospital In Anadarko

Critical Access Hospitals · Anadarko, OK
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number371314
Location1002 E Central BlvdAnadarko, OK 73005 · Caddo County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 73018 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
$123.06 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $162.61
Typical copayment $30.76 (range $13.25 – $40.65)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.27 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $132.40
Typical copayment $23.56 (range $4.17 – $33.10)
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.

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.

91.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality79.27
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Hospitalist
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Registered Nurse (Emergency)
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Emergency Medicine
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Medicare Defined Swing Bed Unit
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Emergency Medicine
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Emergency Medicine
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Pharmacist
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2220 W IOWA AVE
CHICKASHA, OK 73018

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 Bahiru Mekete's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bahiru Mekete is 1245498781. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 31, 2008. The provider is also known as Bahiru Mekete Belachew MD.

Where is Bahiru Mekete located?

Bahiru Mekete practices at 2220 W Iowa Ave, Chickasha, OK 73018. The listed phone number is (405) 779-2721.

What is Bahiru Mekete's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Bahiru Mekete enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bahiru Mekete 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 Bahiru Mekete accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Medica list Bahiru Mekete 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 Bahiru Mekete affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bahiru Mekete is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital, Integris Southwest Medical Center, Oklahoma Heart Hospital, LLC and The Physicians' Hospital In Anadarko.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bahiru Mekete was last updated on August 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.