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DR. EMMANUEL I OBI MD
NPI 1518960640
Internal Medicine in Brownsville, TN

Active since May 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1215 E COLLEGE ST, BROWNSVILLE, TN 38012(731) 772-3442(731) 772-3662 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Emmanuel I Obi Md NPPES

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

DR. EMMANUEL I OBI MD (NPI 1518960640) is an individual internal medicine provider in Brownsville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (28616) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jackson-madison County General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518960640
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EMMANUEL I OBICredential: MD
Location Address1215 E COLLEGE STBrownsville, TN 38012-1656
Mailing Address1215 E College StBrownsville, TN 38012-1656 · (731) 772-3442 · Fax (731) 772-3662
Phone(731) 772-3442
Fax(731) 772-3662
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMay 19, 2022
✔ NPI 1518960640 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 TN · 28616
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.
Also ListedLegal MedicineTaxonomy 173000000X · License 28616 (TN)
1215 E COLLEGE ST, Brownsville, TN 38012
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and more.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. Emmanuel I Obi 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 ID4385557032
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070920000199
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Emmanuel Obi reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Firstcare Medical Center, PC
0.5 mi
Cardiovascular Disease
1215 E COLLEGE ST
Brownsville, TN 38012
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881640100 (731) 772-3442
Cogent Healthcare Of Tennessee, PC
31 mi
Internal Medicine
400 E TICKLE ST
Dyersburg, TN 38024
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 142 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952654246 (731) 285-2410

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 10

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.
564 services236 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.
240 services114 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.
204 services82 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.
175 services157 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.
122 services114 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.
101 services59 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440002
Location620 Skyline DriveJackson, TN 38301 · Madison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440048
Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Dyersburg Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dyersburg, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440072
Location400 East Tickle StreetDyersburg, TN 38024 · Dyer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood County Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TN
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440238
Location2545 North Washington AvenueBrownsville, TN 38012 · Haywood County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38012 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
87%151 patients4/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers24 claims55 services$5.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers15 claims18 services$1.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers50 claims50 services$19.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers30 claims30 services$7.68 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
5 suppliers112 claims116 services$104.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers11 claims14 services$34.76 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 2

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

DR. JOAQUINA ELIZABETH VIDES DE MONTOYA MD
Internal Medicine
1215 E COLLEGE ST
BROWNSVILLE, TN 38012
Haywood County (731) 772-3442
FIRSTCARE MEDICAL CENTER, PC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1215 E COLLEGE ST
BROWNSVILLE, TN 38012
Haywood County (731) 772-3442

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 Emmanuel Obi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Emmanuel Obi is 1518960640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2005.

Where is Emmanuel Obi located?

Emmanuel Obi practices at 1215 E College St, Brownsville, TN 38012. The listed phone number is (731) 772-3442.

What is Emmanuel Obi's specialty?

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

Is Emmanuel Obi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Emmanuel Obi 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 Emmanuel Obi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Emmanuel Obi reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Firstcare Medical Center, PC (Brownsville, TN) and Cogent Healthcare Of Tennessee, PC (Dyersburg, TN). 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 Emmanuel Obi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Emmanuel Obi accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Emmanuel Obi 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 Emmanuel Obi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Emmanuel Obi is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Dyersburg Regional Medical Center and Haywood County Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Emmanuel Obi was last updated on May 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.