WHITNEY CHIGOZIE UNIGWE MD
NPI 1477917482
Internal Medicine in Fort Worth, TX

Active since April 06, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1400 8TH AVE, FORT WORTH, TX 76104(817) 922-1774 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 7, 2024, Jul 5, 2023, Oct 22, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Whitney Chigozie Unigwe Md NPPES

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

WHITNEY CHIGOZIE UNIGWE MD (NPI 1477917482) is an individual internal medicine provider in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (S2131) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie, and maintains a secondary practice location in Shreveport.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477917482
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameWHITNEY CHIGOZIE UNIGWECredential: MD
Location Address1400 8TH AVEFort Worth, TX 76104-4110
Mailing Address1400 8th AveFort Worth, TX 76104-4110
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMorehouse School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 7, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 7, 2024
NPI 1477917482 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · S2131
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.

1400 8TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Whitney Chigozie Nwagbara

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11501 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103-4228 · Phone (318) 813-2528

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Whitney Chigozie Unigwe 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 ID3971899113
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190923001197
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.

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.
240 services116 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.
199 services94 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.
139 services123 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.
78 services40 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.
63 services61 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie

Acute Care Hospitals · Waxahachie, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450372
Location2400 N Interstate Highway 35EWaxahachie, TX 75165 · Ellis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450851
Location621 North Hall StreetDallas, TX 75226 · Dallas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76104 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
$129.63 typical visit price
range $56.47 – $171.07
Typical copayment $32.40 (range $14.11 – $42.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.68 typical visit price
range $18.18 – $139.68
Typical copayment $24.92 (range $4.54 – $34.92)
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 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers27 claims27 services$14.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$34.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers30 claims30 services$61.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Transplant Surgery
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1400 8TH AVE, REHAB UNIT B2 NORTH
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104

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 Whitney Unigwe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Whitney Unigwe is 1477917482. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2016.

Where is Whitney Unigwe located?

Whitney Unigwe practices at 1400 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104. The listed phone number is (817) 922-1774.

What is Whitney Unigwe's specialty?

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

Is Whitney Unigwe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Whitney Unigwe 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 Whitney Unigwe accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Whitney Unigwe 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 Whitney Unigwe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Whitney Unigwe is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie and Baylor Scott & White Heart & Vascular Hospital - Dallas.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Whitney Unigwe was last updated on October 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.