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MRS. NANCY CHINELO ECHEFU M.D.
NPI 1588083620
Emergency Medicine in Emporia, KS

Active since April 15, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1201 W 12TH AVE, EMPORIA, KS 66801(620) 343-6800(620) 341-7821 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Aug 11, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Mrs. Nancy Chinelo Echefu M.d. NPPES

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

MRS. NANCY CHINELO ECHEFU M.D. (NPI 1588083620) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Emporia, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-52014) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Healthcare, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588083620
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NANCY CHINELO ECHEFUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1201 W 12TH AVEEmporia, KS 66801-2504
Mailing Address1201 W 12th AveEmporia, KS 66801-2504 · (620) 343-6800 · Fax (620) 341-7821
Fax(620) 341-7821
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 15, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2026
NPI 1588083620 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in KS · 04-52014 Licensed in GA · 78562
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 78562 (GA)
1201 W 12TH AVE, Emporia, KS 66801

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Nancy Chinelo Osuji- Oduh M.d.

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

Mrs. Nancy Chinelo Echefu M.d. 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 ID3173825858
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170913002519
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 3

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
93 services93 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
59 services58 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Houston Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Warner Robins, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110069
Location1601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 · Houston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wellstar Sylvan Grove Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Jackson, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number111319
Location1050 Mcdonough RoadJackson, GA 30233 · Butts County

Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Manhattan, KS
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number170142
Location1823 College AveManhattan, KS 66502 · Riley County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66801 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
$81.98 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $20.49 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.12 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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 20

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

Clinic/Center (Occupational Medicine)
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Practitioner
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Social Worker (Clinical)
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Occupational Therapist
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Dietitian, Registered
1201 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801

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 Nancy Echefu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nancy Echefu is 1588083620. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 15, 2014. The provider is also known as Nancy Chinelo Osuji- Oduh M.D..

Where is Nancy Echefu located?

Nancy Echefu practices at 1201 W 12th Ave, Emporia, KS 66801. The listed phone number is (620) 343-6800.

What is Nancy Echefu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Nancy Echefu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nancy Echefu 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 Nancy Echefu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 1 other insurer list Nancy Echefu 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 Nancy Echefu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nancy Echefu is affiliated with Houston Healthcare, Wellstar Sylvan Grove Medical Center and Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nancy Echefu was last updated on July 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 50 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.