DR. VICTOR EGWU EKPE MD, MPH
NPI 1700468873
Internal Medicine in Rio Rancho, NM

Active since April 27, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2400 UNSER BLVD SE, RIO RANCHO, NM 87124(505) 841-1234 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 26, 2026, Apr 27, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Victor Egwu Ekpe Md, Mph NPPES

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

DR. VICTOR EGWU EKPE MD, MPH (NPI 1700468873) is an individual internal medicine provider in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2024-0251) and active in the NPI registry since April 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unm Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Albuquerque.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700468873
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VICTOR EGWU EKPECredential: MD, MPH
Location Address2400 UNSER BLVD SERio Rancho, NM 87124-3392
Mailing AddressDepartment Of Internal Medicine Msc10 5550, 1 University Of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2026
NPI 1700468873 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 NM · MD2024-0251
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.
2400 UNSER BLVD SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1Department of Internal Medicine MSC10 5550, 1 University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM 87131-0001 · Phone (505) 272-4661

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

Dr. Victor Egwu Ekpe Md, Mph 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 ID7315389723
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240530000540
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 3

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.
87 services44 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.
60 services36 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.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Unm Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number320001
Location2211 Lomas Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320009
Location601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services

Lovelace Westside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320074
Location10501 Golf Course Road NWAlbuquerque, NM 87114 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87124 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

Occupational Therapist
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Hospitalist
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Internal Medicine
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Physician Assistant
2400 UNSER BLVD SE, STE 18200
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Peer Specialist
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical)
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2400 UNSER BLVD SE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124

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 Victor Ekpe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Victor Ekpe is 1700468873. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2021.

Where is Victor Ekpe located?

Victor Ekpe practices at 2400 Unser Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. The listed phone number is (505) 841-1234.

What is Victor Ekpe's specialty?

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

Is Victor Ekpe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Victor Ekpe 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.

Is Victor Ekpe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Victor Ekpe is affiliated with Unm Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center and Lovelace Westside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Victor Ekpe was last updated on January 26, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.