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DR. PETER OKECHUKWU NWAFOR M.D
NPI 1477737740
Internal Medicine in Suffolk, VA

Active since December 22, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2800 GODWIN BLVD 1ST FL, SUFFOLK, VA 23434(757) 934-4821(757) 934-4276 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Peter Okechukwu Nwafor M.d NPPES

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

DR. PETER OKECHUKWU NWAFOR M.D (NPI 1477737740) is an individual internal medicine provider in Suffolk, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101258587) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Newport News.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477737740
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PETER OKECHUKWU NWAFORCredential: M.D
Location Address2800 GODWIN BLVD 1ST FLSuffolk, VA 23434-8038
Mailing Address2800 Godwin Blvd 1st FlSuffolk, VA 23434-8038 · (757) 934-4821 · Fax (757) 934-4276
Phone(757) 934-4821
Fax(757) 934-4276
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateDecember 22, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 19, 2020
NPPES CertifiedMarch 19, 2020
✔ NPI 1477737740 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 0101258587✔ Licensed in PA · MD433280
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.
2800 GODWIN BLVD 1ST FL, Suffolk, VA 23434
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1500 J Clyde Morris Blvd Ste ANewport News, VA 23601-1929 · Phone (757) 594-3580 · Fax (757) 594-3653

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

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. Peter Okechukwu Nwafor 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 ID6406930056
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151020000296
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

6

Medicare enrollment records show Peter Nwafor reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Sentara Medical Group
21 mi
Family Medicine
824 N MILITARY HWY STE 100
Norfolk, VA 23502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 1,901 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265485270 (757) 252-2900
Lake Spring Physician Services, LLC
194 mi
Hospitalist
1900 ELECTRIC RD
Salem, VA 24153
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 181 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568954287 (540) 776-4000
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
211 mi
Multi-Specialty
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
Winston Salem, NC 27157
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 3,003 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003803032 (336) 716-2255
Southeastern Medical Group, PC
359 mi
Hospitalist
260 HOSPITAL DR
Brevard, NC 28712
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 234 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1184669053 (828) 884-9111
Hospital Physician Services - Southeast Professional Corporation
454 mi
Hospitalist
2151 W SPRING ST
Monroe, GA 30655
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 511 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760410385 (770) 267-8461
Southeastern Intensivist Services PC
769 mi
Hospitalist
2100 N 7TH ST
West Memphis, AR 72301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 528 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912942665 (870) 733-3020

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 5

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 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.
381 services157 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
167 services160 patients
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.
117 services110 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.
114 services111 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
68 services66 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sentara Obici Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Suffolk, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490044
Location2800 Godwin BoulevardSuffolk, VA 23439 · Suffolk City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lewisgale Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490048
Location1900 Electric RoadSalem, VA 24153 · Salem City County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23434 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$3.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Peter Nwafor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Nwafor is 1477737740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 22, 2007.

Where is Peter Nwafor located?

Peter Nwafor practices at 2800 Godwin Blvd 1st Fl, Suffolk, VA 23434. The listed phone number is (757) 934-4821.

What is Peter Nwafor's specialty?

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

Is Peter Nwafor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter Nwafor 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 Peter Nwafor's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Peter Nwafor reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: Sentara Medical Group (Norfolk, VA), Lake Spring Physician Services, LLC (Salem, VA), Wake Forest University Health Sciences (Winston Salem, NC), Southeastern Medical Group, PC (Brevard, NC), Hospital Physician Services - Southeast Professional Corporation (Monroe, GA) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Peter Nwafor's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Peter Nwafor accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health and Oscar Insurance Company list Peter Nwafor 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 Peter Nwafor affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Peter Nwafor is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital and Lewisgale Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Nwafor was last updated on March 19, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.