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LINDA MWAMUKA M.D
NPI 1396139705
Internal Medicine in Newark, NJ

Active since March 24, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 LYONS AVE, NEWARK, NJ 07112(973) 926-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 9, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Linda Mwamuka M.d NPPES

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

LINDA MWAMUKA M.D (NPI 1396139705) is an individual internal medicine provider in Newark, New Jersey, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD465561) and active in the NPI registry since March 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396139705
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameLINDA MWAMUKACredential: M.D
Location Address201 LYONS AVENewark, NJ 07112-2027
Mailing Address909 Walnut Street, 2nd FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19107-5211 · (215) 955-7000 · Fax (215) 503-7007
Phone(973) 926-7000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 9, 2019
✔ NPI 1396139705 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD465561
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 ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
201 LYONS AVE, Newark, NJ 07112
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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

Linda Mwamuka 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 ID2961749247
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190124000891
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 3

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 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.
153 services71 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.
24 services24 patients
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.
18 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390174
Location111 South 11th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07112 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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 20

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

DR. KEITH MICHAEL SPELLMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7960
DR. LARISSA SOPHIA DUDLEY M.D.
Emergency Medicine
201 LYONS AVE, SUITE D11
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-6671
WAQAS BARI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (800) 843-2384
ERIKA YESENIA PINEDA MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7000
CASEY YEONJOO CHO APN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-6938
KARLINA NGUYEN PA-C
Physician Assistant
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7000
GARY LAYTON DDS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7642
DR. ALEXIS LORDI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 900-4855

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 Linda Mwamuka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Mwamuka is 1396139705. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2015.

Where is Linda Mwamuka located?

Linda Mwamuka practices at 201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112. The listed phone number is (973) 926-7000.

What is Linda Mwamuka's specialty?

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

Is Linda Mwamuka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Mwamuka 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 Linda Mwamuka accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Linda Mwamuka 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 Linda Mwamuka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Linda Mwamuka is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Mwamuka was last updated on January 9, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.