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DR. VINCENT OGOCHUKWU OKPALA MD
NPI 1336347764
Emergency Medicine in Augusta, GA

Active since July 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1120 15T ST., AUGUSTA, GA 30912(706) 721-3052 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Vincent Ogochukwu Okpala Md NPPES

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

DR. VINCENT OGOCHUKWU OKPALA MD (NPI 1336347764) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Texas (N3956) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336347764
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VINCENT OGOCHUKWU OKPALACredential: MD
Location Address1120 15T ST.Augusta, GA 30912
Mailing Address1120 15t St.Augusta, GA 30912 · (706) 721-3052
Phone(706) 721-3052
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 7, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1336347764 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · N3956
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedEmergency Medicine · Pediatric Emergency MedicineTaxonomy 207PP0204X · License 002436 (GA)
1120 15T ST., Augusta, GA 30912
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vincent Ogochukwu Okpala 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 ID9739277799
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100315000901
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
109 services106 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
94 services88 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.
56 services50 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
15 services15 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaumont, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450034
Location2830 Calder AvenueBeaumont, TX 77702 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwest Texas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Amarillo, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450209
Location1501 S Coulter StAmarillo, TX 79106 · Potter County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jasper, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450573
Location1275 Marvin Hancock DriveJasper, TX 75951 · Jasper County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30912 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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 Vincent Okpala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vincent Okpala is 1336347764. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2007.

Where is Vincent Okpala located?

Vincent Okpala practices at 1120 15T St., Augusta, GA 30912. The listed phone number is (706) 721-3052.

What is Vincent Okpala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Vincent Okpala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vincent Okpala 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 Vincent Okpala accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida, Oscar Insurance Company and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Vincent Okpala 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 Vincent Okpala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vincent Okpala is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth, Northwest Texas Hospital and Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vincent Okpala was last updated on June 7, 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.