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DR. PATRICK OKWUDILI NJOKU MD
NPI 1497945026
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since July 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
3401 NORTH BLVD STE 300, BATON ROUGE, LA 70806(225) 930-4517(225) 930-4519 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 8, 2023, Feb 21, 2020, May 24, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Patrick Okwudili Njoku Md NPPES

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

DR. PATRICK OKWUDILI NJOKU MD (NPI 1497945026) is an individual infectious disease provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.201009) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lane Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497945026
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. PATRICK OKWUDILI NJOKUCredential: MD
Location Address3401 NORTH BLVD STE 300Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3743
Mailing AddressPo Box 65163Baton Rouge, LA 70896-5163 · (225) 930-4517 · Fax (225) 930-4519
Phone(225) 930-4517
Fax(225) 930-4519
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 8, 2023
✔ NPI 1497945026 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · MD.201009✔ Licensed in OH · 35C.000418
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
3401 NORTH BLVD STE 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1507946LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Dr. Patrick Okwudili Njoku 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 ID4284799941
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090212000046
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 7

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 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.
436 services150 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.
143 services131 patients
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.
133 services64 patients
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.
121 services59 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.
20 services20 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.
18 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Lane Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Zachary, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190020
Location6300 Main StreetZachary, LA 70791 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Highland Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Picayune, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250117
Location130 Highland PkwyPicayune, MS 39466 · Pearl River County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay Saint Louis, MS
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250162
Location149 Drinkwater BlvdBay Saint Louis, MS 39520 · Hancock County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70806 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

78.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.98

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%1,506 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 54% · 456 patients
69%456 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
53%693 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

INFECTIOUS DISEASES CONSULTANTS LLC
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
3401 NORTH BLVD STE 300
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 381-2782

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 Patrick Njoku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patrick Njoku is 1497945026. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 30, 2007.

Where is Patrick Njoku located?

Patrick Njoku practices at 3401 North Blvd Ste 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. The listed phone number is (225) 930-4517.

What is Patrick Njoku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Patrick Njoku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Patrick Njoku 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 Patrick Njoku accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 3 other insurers list Patrick Njoku 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 Patrick Njoku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Patrick Njoku is affiliated with Lane Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Acute, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Highland Community Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Patrick Njoku was last updated on November 8, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.