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ROSITA NNENNA EKEM
NPI 1679156806
Internal Medicine in Memphis, TN

Active since May 05, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
956 COURT AVENUE COLEMAN BUILDING SUITE D334, MEMPHIS, TN 38163(901) 448-5752 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 10, 2024, Apr 29, 2024, May 5, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Rosita Nnenna Ekem NPPES

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

ROSITA NNENNA EKEM (NPI 1679156806) is an individual internal medicine provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (70961) and active in the NPI registry since May 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679156806
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameROSITA NNENNA EKEM
Location Address956 COURT AVENUE COLEMAN BUILDING SUITE D334Memphis, TN 38163-0001
Mailing Address920 Madison Suite 531Memphis, TN 38163-3951 · (901) 448-5814
Phone(901) 448-5752
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateMay 5, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 10, 2024
✔ NPI 1679156806 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 70961
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.
956 COURT AVENUE COLEMAN BUILDING SUITE D334, Memphis, TN 38163
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Rosita Nnenna Ekem 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 ID9133538648
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241021003658
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 Rosita Ekem reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Southeastern Physician Services PC
331 mi
Hospitalist
990 OAK RIDGE TPKE
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 1,085 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083835441 (865) 481-1000

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.

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.
228 services72 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.
56 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
39 services25 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440048
Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38163 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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 Rosita Ekem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rosita Ekem is 1679156806. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2021.

Where is Rosita Ekem located?

Rosita Ekem practices at 956 Court Avenue Coleman Building Suite D334, Memphis, TN 38163. The listed phone number is (901) 448-5752.

What is Rosita Ekem's specialty?

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

Is Rosita Ekem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rosita Ekem 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 Rosita Ekem's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rosita Ekem reassigns Medicare benefits to Southeastern Physician Services PC (Oak Ridge, TN). 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 Rosita Ekem's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rosita Ekem accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Rosita Ekem 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 Rosita Ekem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rosita Ekem is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rosita Ekem was last updated on October 10, 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.