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DR. MICHAEL OKECHUKWU IHEMAGUBA M.D
NPI 1437230661
Family Medicine in Bronx, NY

Active since October 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1973 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10453(718) 866-0510 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Michael Okechukwu Ihemaguba M.d NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL OKECHUKWU IHEMAGUBA M.D (NPI 1437230661) is an individual family medicine provider in Bronx, New York, licensed in New York (207150) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437230661
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL OKECHUKWU IHEMAGUBACredential: M.D
Location Address1973 UNIVERSITY AVENUEBronx, NY 10453
Mailing AddressPo Box 2784Fair Lawn, NJ 07410-8684 · (347) 423-4571 · Fax (718) 960-9414
Phone(718) 866-0510
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 2022
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2022
✔ NPI 1437230661 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 207150
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 207150 (NY)
1973 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, Bronx, NY 10453
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid01928463NY

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

Dr. Michael Okechukwu Ihemaguba 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 ID4082623327
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060413000279
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Ihemaguba reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ali Rashan MD PLLC
6.2 mi
Internal Medicine
1296 3RD AVE FRNT 1
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841907458 (646) 249-9333
Hicksville Family Medical Care, PLLC
16 mi
Family Medicine
135 MINEOLA BLVD STE B
Mineola, NY 11501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 64 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770813792 (917) 410-6990
Statcare Urgent & Walk In Medical Care PLLC
16 mi
Urgent Care
135 MINEOLA BLVD STE A
Mineola, NY 11501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336426667 (917) 310-3371

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 9

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.
107 services78 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
98 services43 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.
27 services25 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
21 services18 patients
Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen 87635
This is a lab test that detects the presence of COVID-19 in your body. It uses a technique to amplify the virus's genetic material, either DNA or RNA, making it easier to identify. A positive result indicates an active infection.
21 services19 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
17 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10453 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
$105.06 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $26.26 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

GRAMERCY CARDIAC DIAGNOSTIC SVCS P.C.
Nuclear Medicine (Nuclear Cardiology)
1973 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
BRONX, NY 10453
Bronx County (212) 475-8066

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 Michael Ihemaguba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Ihemaguba is 1437230661. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2006.

Where is Michael Ihemaguba located?

Michael Ihemaguba practices at 1973 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453. The listed phone number is (718) 866-0510.

What is Michael Ihemaguba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Michael Ihemaguba enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Ihemaguba 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 Michael Ihemaguba's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Ihemaguba reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Ali Rashan MD PLLC (New York, NY), Hicksville Family Medical Care, PLLC (Mineola, NY) and Statcare Urgent & Walk In Medical Care PLLC (Mineola, NY). 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 Michael Ihemaguba's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Ihemaguba was last updated on October 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.