CHIJIOKE DAVID UKOHA JR.
NPI 1417445255
Internal Medicine in Athens, TX

Q: What is Chijioke Ukoha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chijioke Ukoha is 1417445255. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2018.

Q: What is Chijioke Ukoha's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chijioke Ukoha was last updated on February 6, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since April 26, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2000 S PALESTINE ST, ATHENS, TX 75751(903) 676-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 6, 2024, Sep 5, 2023, Apr 26, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Chijioke David Ukoha Jr. NPPES

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

CHIJIOKE DAVID UKOHA JR. (NPI 1417445255) is an individual internal medicine provider in Athens, Texas, licensed in Texas (T2518) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417445255

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameCHIJIOKE DAVID UKOHA JR.

Location Address2000 S PALESTINE STAthens, TX 75751-5610

Mailing Address306 Stonemeade WayCoppell, TX 75019-2679 · (214) 682-7634

Phone(903) 676-1000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMeharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateApril 26, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 6, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 6, 2024

✔ NPI 1417445255 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 TX · T2518

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 ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License T2518 (TX)

2000 S PALESTINE ST, Athens, TX 75751

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11441 N Beckley AveDallas, TX 75203-1201 · Phone (214) 947-8181

Location 2850 Ed Hall DrKaufman, TX 75142-1861 · Phone (972) 932-7349

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Chijioke David Ukoha Jr. 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 ID446508931

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210823000956

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Chijioke Ukoha reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Etmc Physician Group Inc.

34 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

1000 S BECKHAM AVE
Tyler, TX 75701

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
636 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1609382662 (903) 590-5611

Texas Health Physicians Group

40 mi

Internal Medicine

874 ED HALL DR STE B108
Kaufman, TX 75142

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
1,639 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1992151740 (214) 860-6300

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

163 services71 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.

108 services102 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.

70 services68 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

41 services14 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.

28 services15 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450083

Location1000 South Beckham AveTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Mother Frances Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450102

Location800 East DawsonTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450389

Location2000 South Palestine StAthens, TX 75751 · Henderson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

The University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number450690

Location11937 Us Highway 271Tyler, TX 75708 · Smith County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75751 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

ROBERT BRUCE WATSON MD

Emergency Medicine