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NAUCIKA MARIA DESOUZA
NPI 1639603558
Anesthesiology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since April 18, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, ANESTHESIOLOGY, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-4426 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 19, 2024, Oct 31, 2022, Apr 18, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Naucika Maria Desouza NPPES

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

NAUCIKA MARIA DESOUZA (NPI 1639603558) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2018-02341) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639603558
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameNAUCIKA MARIA DESOUZA
Location AddressWAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, ANESTHESIOLOGYWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing AddressWake Forest Baptist Medical Ctr, AnesthesiologyWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Phone(336) 716-4426
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1639603558 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2018-02341
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, Winston Salem, NC 27157
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Naucika Maria Desouza 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 ID9436423217
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221114002096
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Naucika Desouza reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Chs Anesthesia Services Group Inc
60 mi
Anesthesiology
8800 N TRYON ST
Charlotte, NC 28262
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 1,212 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346649415 (704) 863-6000

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 8

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
44 services44 patients
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520
Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.
23 services23 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840
Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

LAUREN BOROWSKI
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD - DEPT OF FAMILY MEDICINE
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4479
NATHANIEL DEAN KRUPP M.D.
Anesthesiology
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4717
DR. JESSICA LYNN GROSS MD
Surgery
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-7398
DR. MATTHEW SCOTT SECHLER M.D.
Internal Medicine
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4305
DR. NICHOLAS PETIT M.D.
Emergency Medicine
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4625
CHRISTOPHER BECK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 773-5360
DR. SONUM BHARILL M.D.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-2694
MRS. JENNIFER WILLARD OSBORNE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-6701

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 Naucika Desouza's NPI number?

The NPI number for Naucika Desouza is 1639603558. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2017.

Where is Naucika Desouza located?

Naucika Desouza practices at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Ctr Anesthesiology, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-4426.

What is Naucika Desouza's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Naucika Desouza enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Naucika Desouza 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 organization bills Medicare for Naucika Desouza's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Naucika Desouza reassigns Medicare benefits to Chs Anesthesia Services Group Inc (Charlotte, NC). The 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 Naucika Desouza's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Naucika Desouza accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Naucika Desouza 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 Naucika Desouza affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Naucika Desouza is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Naucika Desouza was last updated on September 19, 2024. 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.