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NGOZI EGONDU OKANU MD
NPI 1376049072
Internal Medicine in Tifton, GA

Active since April 02, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
901 18TH ST E, TIFTON, GA 31794(229) 382-7120 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 13, 2026, Feb 3, 2026, Jun 18, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Ngozi Egondu Okanu Md NPPES

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

NGOZI EGONDU OKANU MD (NPI 1376049072) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tifton, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (88854) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376049072
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameNGOZI EGONDU OKANUCredential: MD
Location Address901 18TH ST ETifton, GA 31794-3648
Mailing Address720 Westview Dr SwAtlanta, GA 30310-1458
Phone(229) 382-7120
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateApril 13, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1376049072 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 88854
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 34290 (MS)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 036.167585 (IL)
901 18TH ST E, Tifton, GA 31794
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11225 N State STJackson, MS 39202-2064 · Phone (601) 988-5281 · Fax (601) 974-6241
Location 2GME 720 Westview Dr, SWAtlanta, GA 30310 · Phone (404) 756-1368

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.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

Ngozi Egondu Okanu 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 ID3678974698
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210629000957, I20250116002358, I20250313000160
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 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.
209 services110 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.
110 services107 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.
40 services27 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
35 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Grady Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110079
Location80 Jesse Hill, Jr Drive SEAtlanta, GA 30303 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Zion, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140100
Location2520 Elisha AvenueZion, IL 60099 · Lake County
Emergency services

Heartland Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marion, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140184
Location3333 W DeyoungMarion, IL 62959 · Williamson County
Emergency services

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

Acute Care Hospitals · Southaven, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250141
Location7601 Southcrest ParkwaySouthaven, MS 38671 · De Soto County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31794 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

78.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.68
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.15

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers24 claims24 services$20.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers24 claims24 services$114.31 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 20

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

COLE BURGESS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-6124
ISRAEL SAUCEDO APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-7050
JAVERIA NASEER MBBS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 382-7120
WILLIAM A GUEST MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-3400
JOSE ABANTAO PT
Physical Therapist
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-3347
DR. KAMRAN LATEEF MD
Internal Medicine
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-6051
HEATH FARMER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-6124
DAVID RYAN ATKINS APRN-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
901 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 382-7120

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 Ngozi Okanu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ngozi Okanu is 1376049072. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2018.

Where is Ngozi Okanu located?

Ngozi Okanu practices at 901 18th St E, Tifton, GA 31794. The listed phone number is (229) 382-7120.

What is Ngozi Okanu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ngozi Okanu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ngozi Okanu 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 Ngozi Okanu accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Ngozi Okanu 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 Ngozi Okanu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ngozi Okanu is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital, Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc, Heartland Regional Medical Center, St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital and Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ngozi Okanu was last updated on April 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.