CHIMA ONWUKEME
NPI 1356440333
Emergency Medicine in Lagrange, GA

Active since September 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1514 VERNON RD, LAGRANGE, GA 30240(706) 845-3706 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Chima Onwukeme NPPES

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

CHIMA ONWUKEME (NPI 1356440333) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Lagrange, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (040503) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356440333
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameCHIMA ONWUKEME
Location Address1514 VERNON RDLagrange, GA 30240
Mailing Address5665 New Northside Dr, Nw, Suite 320Atlanta, GA 30328 · (770) 874-5400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
NPI 1356440333 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in GA · 040503
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.

1514 VERNON RD, Lagrange, GA 30240

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified93BFBXPGA · Provider Number
Medicaid000673582KGA

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

Chima Onwukeme 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 ID1557341021
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120717000149
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 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity 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.
145 services128 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity 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.
127 services120 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity 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.
35 services35 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.
22 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30240 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Dietitian, Registered
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Pharmacist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Specialist/Technologist, Other (EEG)
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Pharmacist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Pharmacist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Pharmacist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Pharmacist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
Occupational Therapist
1514 VERNON RD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1356440333, enumerated as an "individual" on September 22, 2006.

The provider is located at 1514 VERNON RD LAGRANGE, GA 30240 and the phone number is (706) 845-3706.

Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.