DR. SAMUEL OSIFO OKPAKU M.D.PHD
NPI 1427070879
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Samuel Okpaku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Okpaku is 1427070879. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 24, 2006.

Q: What is Samuel Okpaku's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Okpaku was last updated on February 3, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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 July 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1233 17TH AVE S, NASHVILLE, TN 37212(615) 329-4182 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Samuel Osifo Okpaku M.d.phd NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL OSIFO OKPAKU M.D.PHD (NPI 1427070879) is an individual psychiatry provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (18327) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1968).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427070879

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X

Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL OSIFO OKPAKUCredential: M.D.PHD

Location Address1233 17TH AVE SNashville, TN 37212-2801

Mailing Address1233 17th Ave SNashville, TN 37212-2801 · (615) 329-4182

Phone(615) 329-4182

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1968

Enumeration DateJuly 24, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 2014

✔ NPI 1427070879 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084P0800X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 18327

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.

1233 17TH AVE S, Nashville, TN 37212

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid3036819TN

Other0083151TN · Blue Cross

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3036817TN · Medicare

Medicare UPINC64619TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company, Providence Health Plan 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

Dr. Samuel Osifo Okpaku M.d.phd 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 ID941462600

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120426000113

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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.

252 services35 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.

249 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37212 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

$160.89 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $40.22 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.01 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

LAURA MCEACHERN MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)