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CHINUA UKWUANI
NPI 1669092698
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Los Angeles, CA

Active since April 20, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2917 W VERNON AVE B, LOS ANGELES, CA 90008(032) 342-6520 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 4, 2023, Apr 20, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Chinua Ukwuani NPPES

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

CHINUA UKWUANI (NPI 1669092698) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (95138249) and active in the NPI registry since April 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669092698
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameCHINUA UKWUANI
Location Address2917 W VERNON AVE BLos Angeles, CA 90008
Mailing Address8735 Ramona St Unit ABellflower, CA 90706-6361
Phone(032) 342-6520
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 4, 2023
✔ NPI 1669092698 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 95138249
2917 W VERNON AVE B, Los Angeles, CA 90008
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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

Chinua Ukwuani 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 ID1153702899
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220713000988
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 Chinua Ukwuani reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Akalaka Nursing Care Group Inc
Same address
Clinic/Center
2917 W VERNON AVE # B
Los Angeles, CA 90008
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801486261 (323) 426-5200

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 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.

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.
77 services14 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes 90836
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 45-minute session where a healthcare provider discusses your mental and emotional health. They assess your current state, manage any issues, and help you develop coping strategies. This service aims to improve your overall well-being.
65 services16 patients
Psychiatric services complicated by communication factor 90785
Psychiatric services complicated by communication factors involve mental health care for individuals who have challenges with communication. This can include language barriers, speech disorders, or cognitive impairments. The process involves tailored strategies to ensure effective communication and appropriate mental health care.
55 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90008 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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 Chinua Ukwuani's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chinua Ukwuani is 1669092698. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2020.

Where is Chinua Ukwuani located?

Chinua Ukwuani practices at 2917 W Vernon Ave B, Los Angeles, CA 90008. The listed phone number is (032) 342-6520.

What is Chinua Ukwuani's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Chinua Ukwuani enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chinua Ukwuani 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 Chinua Ukwuani's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chinua Ukwuani reassigns Medicare benefits to Akalaka Nursing Care Group Inc (Los Angeles, CA). 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 Chinua Ukwuani's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chinua Ukwuani was last updated on May 4, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.