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CHIMA NWANKWO M.D.
NPI 1356772479
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Trauma in Brooklyn, NY

Active since November 30, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
263 7TH AVE STE 2B, BROOKLYN, NY 11215(718) 246-8700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 27, 2023, Aug 9, 2019, Jul 25, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Chima Nwankwo M.d. NPPES

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

CHIMA NWANKWO M.D. (NPI 1356772479) is an individual orthopaedic trauma provider in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in New York (300510) and active in the NPI registry since November 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356772479
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0801X
Provider Legal NameCHIMA NWANKWOCredential: M.D.
Location Address263 7TH AVE STE 2BBrooklyn, NY 11215-3693
Mailing Address263 7th Ave Ste 2bBrooklyn, NY 11215-3693 · (718) 246-8700
Phone(718) 246-8700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateNovember 30, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 27, 2023
✔ NPI 1356772479 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic TraumaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0801X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 300510✔ Licensed in PA · MD464299✔ Licensed in CA · A133883
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic trauma surgeons deal with the evaluation and management of acute orthopaedic injuries, evaluation and treatment of post-traumatic deformities and nonunions, acute and delayed reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures, as well as osteotomy in the adult hip for treatment of hip arthritis.
263 7TH AVE STE 2B, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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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 Nwankwo M.d. 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 ID1052669025
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191107001274
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
102 services64 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.
60 services59 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
49 services49 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
47 services39 patients
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant 27245
This procedure involves repairing a fractured thigh bone by inserting a bone implant. The implant helps stabilize the bone, allowing it to heal correctly. It's performed under anesthesia and requires a hospital stay for recovery.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330101
Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Nyu Langone Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330214
Location550 First AvenueNew York, NY 10016 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

90.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.12

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$13.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

JEUNG-EUN LEE ARNP
Nurse Practitioner
263 7TH AVE STE 2B
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 246-8700
EDGEMONT ORTHOPAEDICS, PC
Orthopaedic Surgery
263 7TH AVE STE 2B
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 622-6600

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 Chima Nwankwo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chima Nwankwo is 1356772479. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 30, 2013.

Where is Chima Nwankwo located?

Chima Nwankwo practices at 263 7th Ave Ste 2B, Brooklyn, NY 11215. The listed phone number is (718) 246-8700.

What is Chima Nwankwo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Trauma, with taxonomy code 207XX0801X.

Is Chima Nwankwo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chima Nwankwo 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.

Is Chima Nwankwo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chima Nwankwo is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Nyu Langone Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chima Nwankwo was last updated on March 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.