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AKACHI AZUBUIKE MD
NPI 1467867762
Hospitalist in Apple Valley, CA

Active since June 25, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
18300 US HIGHWAY 18, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307(760) 242-2311(213) 410-5188 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 8, 2024, Nov 21, 2022, Nov 8, 2022 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Akachi Azubuike Md NPPES

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

AKACHI AZUBUIKE MD (NPI 1467867762) is an individual hospitalist provider in Apple Valley, California, licensed in Alaska (01088607A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Montclair, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467867762
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameAKACHI AZUBUIKECredential: MD
Location Address18300 US HIGHWAY 18Apple Valley, CA 92307-2206
Mailing Address2508 Euclid Cres EUpland, CA 91784-1135 · (909) 217-5427 · Fax (213) 410-5188
Phone(760) 242-2311
Fax(213) 410-5188
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 25, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1467867762 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AK · 01088607A✔ Licensed in IN · 01088607A
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 334595 (LA), A168407 (CA), 036156146 (IL), 25753 (MS), 4301106156 (MI), 01088607A (IN)
18300 US HIGHWAY 18, Apple Valley, CA 92307
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 15000 San Bernardino StMontclair, CA 91763-2326 · Phone (909) 625-5411 · Fax (213) 410-5188

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 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

Akachi Azubuike 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 ID941511471
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200825003544
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 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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
244 services232 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
169 services158 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.
107 services106 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.
96 services96 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
49 services48 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.
14 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92307 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
$136.04 typical visit price
range $59.60 – $179.42
Typical copayment $34.01 (range $14.90 – $44.85)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$104.64 typical visit price
range $19.37 – $146.42
Typical copayment $26.16 (range $4.84 – $36.60)
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 CRAIG ANDERSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 242-2311
MELINDA D. LABUGUEN, MD INC.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
18300 US HIGHWAY 18, PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 946-8873
ASHWIN JAYAKUMAR DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 242-2311
JONATHAN PORTILLO AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 242-2311
NADIA C MIHALJCIC CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 946-8736
ELIZABETH ESPINOZA
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 242-2311
ASHLEY MARIE RUGGE PA-C
Physician Assistant
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 946-8150
LORI ASHKINE BSN
Registered Nurse
18300 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
San Bernardino County (760) 242-2311

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 Akachi Azubuike's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akachi Azubuike is 1467867762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2014.

Where is Akachi Azubuike located?

Akachi Azubuike practices at 18300 Us Highway 18, Apple Valley, CA 92307. The listed phone number is (760) 242-2311.

What is Akachi Azubuike's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Akachi Azubuike enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akachi Azubuike 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 Akachi Azubuike accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and CHRISTUS Health Plan and 4 other insurers list Akachi Azubuike 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akachi Azubuike was last updated on February 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.