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CHIOMA R EKECHUKWU MD
NPI 1376650275
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Hamlet, NC

Active since August 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 W HAMLET AVE, HAMLET, NC 28345(404) 538-3943 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 19, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Chioma R Ekechukwu Md NPPES

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

CHIOMA R EKECHUKWU MD (NPI 1376650275) is an individual psychiatry provider in Hamlet, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2007-00232) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Morehouse School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376650275
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameCHIOMA R EKECHUKWUCredential: MD
Location Address1000 W HAMLET AVEHamlet, NC 28345-4522
Mailing Address4200 Irvington DrCharlotte, NC 28205-4635 · (404) 538-3943
Phone(404) 538-3943
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMorehouse School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateAugust 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 19, 2013
✔ NPI 1376650275 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2007-00232✔ Licensed in GA · 056994✔ Licensed in SC · 29267
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1000 W HAMLET AVE, Hamlet, NC 28345
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPIN3344SC
Medicaid327877SC
Other056994GA · State Medical License
Other29267SC · State Medical License
Other2007-00232NC · State Medical License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare 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

Chioma R Ekechukwu 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 ID4587735410
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080619000389, I20090620000015
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 2

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.
95 services13 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.
51 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28345 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
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 20

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

MRS. MARY BOYTER THROWER MS, RD, LDN
Dietitian, Registered
1000 W HAMLET AVE, POST OFFICE BOX 1109
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-8122
ERCARE, PLLC
Emergency Medicine
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (919) 906-4195
DIANE LYNN BROWN ANP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-0400
DR. JOHN KEKU MD
Emergency Medicine
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-8171
HAMLET RADIOLOGY, PLLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1000 W HAMLET AVE, MEDICAL IMAGING DEPARTMENT
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 690-6934
HAMLET HMA INC
Technician, Cardiology
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-8000
NOVANT MEDICAL GROUP, INC.
Internal Medicine
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-7775
CAROLYN W HERNDON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1000 W HAMLET AVE
HAMLET, NC 28345
Richmond County (910) 205-0400

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 Chioma Ekechukwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chioma Ekechukwu is 1376650275. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 24, 2006.

Where is Chioma Ekechukwu located?

Chioma Ekechukwu practices at 1000 W Hamlet Ave, Hamlet, NC 28345. The listed phone number is (404) 538-3943.

What is Chioma Ekechukwu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Chioma Ekechukwu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chioma Ekechukwu 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 Chioma Ekechukwu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and UnitedHealthcare list Chioma Ekechukwu 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 Chioma Ekechukwu was last updated on February 19, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.