OGECHI NKIRUKA NWANKWO MD
NPI 1659958700
Internal Medicine in Dalton, GA

Active since March 25, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 MEMORIAL DR, DALTON, GA 30720(706) 272-6132 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2024, Mar 28, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Ogechi Nkiruka Nwankwo Md NPPES

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

OGECHI NKIRUKA NWANKWO MD (NPI 1659958700) is an individual internal medicine provider in Dalton, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (101184) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659958700
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameOGECHI NKIRUKA NWANKWOCredential: MD
Location Address1200 MEMORIAL DRDalton, GA 30720-2529
Mailing Address214 Wild Rose CirCanton, GA 30115-9371 · (404) 514-7651
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2024
NPI 1659958700 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 GA · 101184
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.
1200 MEMORIAL DR, Dalton, GA 30720

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

Ogechi Nkiruka Nwankwo 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 ID6800334368
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240814004318
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.

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.
115 services52 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
33 services33 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.
26 services26 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hamilton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dalton, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110001
Location1200 Memorial DriveDalton, GA 30720 · Whitfield County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30720 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 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Registered Nurse
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Emergency Medicine
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Registered Nurse
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Orthopaedic Surgery
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720
Physical Therapy Assistant
1200 MEMORIAL DR
DALTON, GA 30720

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 Ogechi Nwankwo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ogechi Nwankwo is 1659958700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2021.

Where is Ogechi Nwankwo located?

Ogechi Nwankwo practices at 1200 Memorial Dr, Dalton, GA 30720. The listed phone number is (706) 272-6132.

What is Ogechi Nwankwo's specialty?

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

Is Ogechi Nwankwo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ogechi Nwankwo 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 Ogechi Nwankwo accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Ogechi Nwankwo 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 Ogechi Nwankwo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ogechi Nwankwo is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ogechi Nwankwo was last updated on July 29, 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.