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DR. AZUBUEZE A ADOGU MD, PHD
NPI 1518905959
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Athens, GA

Active since June 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1440 N CHASE ST, ATHENS, GA 30601(706) 227-2110(706) 227-2116 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Dr. Azubueze A Adogu Md, Phd NPPES

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

DR. AZUBUEZE A ADOGU MD, PHD (NPI 1518905959) is an individual nephrology provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (039272) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518905959
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. AZUBUEZE A ADOGUCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address1440 N CHASE STAthens, GA 30601-1850
Mailing Address1440 North Chase StreetAthens, GA 30601 · (706) 227-2110 · Fax (706) 227-2116
Phone(706) 227-2110
Fax(706) 227-2116
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJune 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 19, 2011
✔ NPI 1518905959 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 039272
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1440 N CHASE ST, Athens, GA 30601
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPING44567GA
Medicaid000731618FGA
Medicaid000731618BGA
Medicare OSCAR/certification11SCDTHGA

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

Dr. Azubueze A Adogu Md, Phd 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 ID3173578051
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050315000488
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 4

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.

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
193 services27 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.
165 services42 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.
75 services21 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.
64 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110006
Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30601 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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 3

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

OCONEE MEDICAL GROUP
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1440 N CHASE ST
ATHENS, GA 30601
Clarke County (706) 227-2110
DR. MARTINE P ADOGU MD
Ophthalmology
1440 N CHASE ST
ATHENS, GA 30601
Clarke County (706) 227-2110
ATHENS KIDNEY CENTER, PC
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
1440 N CHASE ST
ATHENS, GA 30601
Clarke County (706) 543-6397

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 Azubueze Adogu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Azubueze Adogu is 1518905959. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 4, 2006.

Where is Azubueze Adogu located?

Azubueze Adogu practices at 1440 N Chase St, Athens, GA 30601. The listed phone number is (706) 227-2110.

What is Azubueze Adogu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Azubueze Adogu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Azubueze Adogu 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.

Is Azubueze Adogu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Azubueze Adogu is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital and Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Azubueze Adogu was last updated on December 19, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.