IFEDIORA FOSTER AFULUKWE MD
NPI 1417912932
Internal Medicine in Heath Springs, SC

Active since April 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
209 S COLLEGE ST, HEATH SPRINGS, SC 29058(803) 273-4018(803) 273-4023 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 21, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 21, 2016, Sep 22, 2016, Aug 31, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Ifediora Foster Afulukwe Md NPPES

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

IFEDIORA FOSTER AFULUKWE MD (NPI 1417912932) is an individual internal medicine provider in Heath Springs, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (MD20627) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417912932
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameIFEDIORA FOSTER AFULUKWECredential: MD
Location Address209 S COLLEGE STHeath Springs, SC 29058-9710
Mailing AddressPo Box 49089Charlotte, NC 28277-0073 · (803) 273-4018 · Fax (803) 273-4023
Fax(803) 273-4023
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 21, 20163 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1417912932 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in SC · MD20627
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 · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 20627 (SC)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License MD20627 (SC)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License 20627 (SC)
209 S COLLEGE ST, Heath Springs, SC 29058

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING82598SC
Medicare PIN6648SC
MedicaidGP2762SC

Accepted 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

Ifediora Foster Afulukwe 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 ID4880743376
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150224000832
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 42

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 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.
1,120 services414 patients
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.
682 services335 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060
This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.
231 services231 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
231 services231 patients
Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production 94640
Inhalation treatment, also known as nebulizer therapy, helps clear airway obstructions and reduce sputum production. It involves breathing in medication through a device, turning it into a mist. This can open up the airways, making breathing easier and helping to cough out mucus.
230 services226 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727
This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.
227 services227 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Piedmont Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rock Hill, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420002
Location1731 Frank Gaston BlvdRock Hill, SC 29732 · York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420036
Location800 W Meeting StLancaster, SC 29720 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29058 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

89.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality77.06
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Spirometry Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of COPD who had spirometry results documented
65%714 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%4,700 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
67%854 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Risk Assessment
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a risk assessment for falls completed within 12 months
98%239 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
30%647 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
97%1,689 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
98%1,673 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
99%1,323 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
37%647 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
31%647 patients2/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 34

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers17 claims53 services$6.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers12 claims12 services$27.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers141 claims281 services$1.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7004
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier81 claims162 services$1.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable A7005
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
5 suppliers23 claims23 services$10.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with aerosol compressor or ultrasonic generator A7013
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers15 claims27 services$0.63 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

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
209 S COLLEGE ST
HEATH SPRINGS, SC 29058

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 Ifediora Afulukwe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ifediora Afulukwe is 1417912932. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2006.

Where is Ifediora Afulukwe located?

Ifediora Afulukwe practices at 209 S College St, Heath Springs, SC 29058. The listed phone number is (803) 273-4018.

What is Ifediora Afulukwe's specialty?

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

Is Ifediora Afulukwe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ifediora Afulukwe 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 Ifediora Afulukwe accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and UnitedHealthcare list Ifediora Afulukwe 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 Ifediora Afulukwe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ifediora Afulukwe is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center, Musc Medical Center and Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ifediora Afulukwe was last updated on December 21, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.