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MRS. MARGARET BALEMBA MEKAI VEKIMA M.D.
NPI 1669650867
Internal Medicine in Ypsilanti, MI

Active since February 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5429 WHITTAKER RD, YPSILANTI, MI 48197(734) 480-1400(734) 480-1456 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 27, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Mrs. Margaret Balemba Mekai Vekima M.d. NPPES

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

MRS. MARGARET BALEMBA MEKAI VEKIMA M.D. (NPI 1669650867) is an individual internal medicine provider in Ypsilanti, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301070863) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joe Mercy Hospital System Livonia, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669650867
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MARGARET BALEMBA MEKAI VEKIMACredential: M.D.
Location Address5429 WHITTAKER RDYpsilanti, MI 48197-9751
Mailing Address5429 Whittaker RdYpsilanti, MI 48197-9751 · (734) 480-1400 · Fax (734) 480-1456
Phone(734) 480-1400
Fax(734) 480-1456
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateFebruary 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 27, 2017
✔ NPI 1669650867 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301070863
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.
5429 WHITTAKER RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid4471817MI
Medicare PINN65500001MI
Medicare UPINH25584MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Margaret Balemba Mekai Vekima 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 ID749359263
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080522000685
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 7

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.
171 services72 patients
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
59 services33 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
49 services41 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
36 services36 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
34 services22 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Joe Mercy Hospital System Livonia

Acute Care Hospitals · Livonia, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230002
Location36475 Five Mile RoadLivonia, MI 48154 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ann Arbor, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number230156
Location5301 E Huron River DrAnn Arbor, MI 48106 · Washtenaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48197 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
$134.28 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.57 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.35 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $25.58 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers20 claims610 services$4.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
3 suppliers21 claims10,718 services$0.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$16.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$6.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Margaret Mekai Vekima's NPI number?

The NPI number for Margaret Mekai Vekima is 1669650867. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 11, 2008.

Where is Margaret Mekai Vekima located?

Margaret Mekai Vekima practices at 5429 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. The listed phone number is (734) 480-1400.

What is Margaret Mekai Vekima's specialty?

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

Is Margaret Mekai Vekima enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Margaret Mekai Vekima 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 Margaret Mekai Vekima accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Margaret Mekai Vekima 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 Margaret Mekai Vekima affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Margaret Mekai Vekima is affiliated with St Joe Mercy Hospital System Livonia and Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Margaret Mekai Vekima was last updated on February 27, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.