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NICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEA DO
NPI 1538579776
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Mesa, AZ

Active since April 28, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107, MESA, AZ 85206(480) 290-7000(480) 325-3461 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2026, Jul 26, 2024, Jun 12, 2024 and 8 more (11 updates tracked since 2016).

About Nicholas Anthony Poponea Do NPPES

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

NICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEA DO (NPI 1538579776) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Mesa, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (010622) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538579776
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEACredential: DO
Location Address5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107Mesa, AZ 85206-1346
Mailing Address5151 E Broadway Rd Ste 107Mesa, AZ 85206-1346 · (480) 290-7000 · Fax (480) 325-3461
Fax(480) 325-3461
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 202611 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2026
NPI 1538579776 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
Licenses Licensed in AZ · 010622 Licensed in GA · 93087 Licensed in TX · T1811 Licensed in WI · 73690
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 5101021107 (MI), 010622 (AZ), T1811 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 010622 (AZ), 73690 (WI), T1811 (TX)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107, Mesa, AZ 85206

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

Nicholas Anthony Poponea Do 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 ID5092935163
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230206002470, I20230919002072, I20260204004597
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 15

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.
278 services136 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.
264 services133 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.
82 services82 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.
49 services37 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.
43 services18 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
25 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510022
Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85206 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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 7

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

Physician Assistant
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Physician Assistant
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
MESA, AZ 85206

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 Nicholas Poponea's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Poponea is 1538579776. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2014.

Where is Nicholas Poponea located?

Nicholas Poponea practices at 5151 E Broadway Rd Ste 107, Mesa, AZ 85206. The listed phone number is (480) 290-7000.

What is Nicholas Poponea's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Nicholas Poponea enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Poponea 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 Nicholas Poponea accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, CareSource, CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare), Molina Healthcare and Network Health and 2 other insurers list Nicholas Poponea 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 Nicholas Poponea affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Poponea is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Poponea was last updated on July 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 28 days 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.