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KATE CHIZOBA AKUANYIONWU APN, MSN
NPI 1265127278
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Springfield, NJ

Active since April 06, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
445 MORRIS AVE APT C3, SPRINGFIELD, NJ 07081(973) 687-4153 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Kate Chizoba Akuanyionwu Apn, Msn NPPES

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

KATE CHIZOBA AKUANYIONWU APN, MSN (NPI 1265127278) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Springfield, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (26NJ01445400) and active in the NPI registry since April 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265127278
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameKATE CHIZOBA AKUANYIONWUCredential: APN, MSN
Location Address445 MORRIS AVE APT C3Springfield, NJ 07081-1137
Mailing Address445 Morris Ave Apt C3Springfield, NJ 07081-1137 · (973) 687-4153
Phone(973) 687-4153
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 3, 2023
✔ NPI 1265127278 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 NJ · 26NJ01445400
445 MORRIS AVE APT C3, Springfield, NJ 07081
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kate Chizoba Nwabueze

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Health.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Kate Chizoba Akuanyionwu Apn, Msn 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 ID9133565443
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240308002874
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 Kate Akuanyionwu reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Nj Memory And Behavioral Care
10 mi
Geriatric Psychiatry
14 RIDGEDALE AVE STE 103
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 114 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538499181 (973) 295-6335

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 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 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.
400 services180 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
140 services71 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
81 services80 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07081 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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 Kate Akuanyionwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kate Akuanyionwu is 1265127278. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2023. The provider is also known as Kate Chizoba Nwabueze.

Where is Kate Akuanyionwu located?

Kate Akuanyionwu practices at 445 Morris Ave Apt C3, Springfield, NJ 07081. The listed phone number is (973) 687-4153.

What is Kate Akuanyionwu's specialty?

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

Is Kate Akuanyionwu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kate Akuanyionwu 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Kate Akuanyionwu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kate Akuanyionwu reassigns Medicare benefits to Nj Memory And Behavioral Care (Cedar Knolls, NJ). 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 Kate Akuanyionwu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kate Akuanyionwu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Oscar Health list Kate Akuanyionwu 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 Kate Akuanyionwu was last updated on April 6, 2023. 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.