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DR. CHUCK G NWAKANMA
NPI 1417984063
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Fort Wayne, IN

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2200 RANDALLIA DR., FORT WAYNE, IN 46805(260) 373-6315(260) 373-6348 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 18, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Chuck G Nwakanma NPPES

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

DR. CHUCK G NWAKANMA (NPI 1417984063) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Fort Wayne, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01067430A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwest Health-la Porte, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417984063
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHUCK G NWAKANMA
Location Address2200 RANDALLIA DR.Fort Wayne, IN 46805-4738
Mailing Address1234 E. Dupont Rd., Suite 3Fort Wayne, IN 46825-1545 · (260) 373-9728 · Fax (260) 373-9740
Phone(260) 373-6315
Fax(260) 373-6348
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 18, 2012
✔ NPI 1417984063 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 01067430A✔ Licensed in IL · 036-104042✔ Licensed in MI · 4301082608✔ Licensed in MO · 2006015249
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
2200 RANDALLIA DR., Fort Wayne, IN 46805
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Chukwuemeka G Nwakanma

Other Identifiers 7

Other000000772101IN · Bcbs
Medicare PIN941050001IN
Other000000635990IN · Anthem
Medicaid200962220IN
Medicare PIN070860E6IN
Medicare PINM400067202IN
OtherP00803485IN · R.r. Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Chuck G Nwakanma 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 ID840294633
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100105000587
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

2

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

La Porte Clinic Company LLC
104 mi
Internal Medicine
85 E US HIGHWAY 6
Valparaiso, IN 46383
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 153 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568829224 (219) 983-6300
Cep America - Intensivists PC
251 mi
Critical Care Medicine
3700 WASHINGTON AVE
Evansville, IN 47714
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 34 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851228431 (812) 485-4000

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 8

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.
119 services44 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.
96 services63 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.
52 services41 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.
42 services27 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.
28 services25 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.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northwest Health-La Porte

Acute Care Hospitals · La Porte, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150006
Location1331 State StreetLa Porte, IN 46350 · La Porte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension St Vincent Evansville

Acute Care Hospitals · Evansville, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150100
Location3700 Washington AveEvansville, IN 47750 · Vanderburgh County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46805 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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

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

ATUL MAHARJAN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2200 RANDALLIA DR.
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Allen County (260) 373-7765

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 Chuck Nwakanma's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chuck Nwakanma is 1417984063. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Chukwuemeka G Nwakanma.

Where is Chuck Nwakanma located?

Chuck Nwakanma practices at 2200 Randallia Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46805. The listed phone number is (260) 373-6315.

What is Chuck Nwakanma's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Chuck Nwakanma enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chuck Nwakanma 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Chuck Nwakanma's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chuck Nwakanma reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: La Porte Clinic Company LLC (Valparaiso, IN) and Cep America - Intensivists PC (Evansville, IN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Chuck Nwakanma's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chuck Nwakanma accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Chuck Nwakanma 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 Chuck Nwakanma affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chuck Nwakanma is affiliated with Northwest Health-La Porte and Ascension St Vincent Evansville.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chuck Nwakanma was last updated on October 18, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.