MR. NKEM AZIKEN M.D.
NPI 1740625540
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Provo, UT

Q: What is Nkem Aziken's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nkem Aziken is 1740625540. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 7, 2013.

Q: What is Nkem Aziken's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nkem Aziken was last updated on April 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since May 07, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

395 W COUGAR BLVD STE 503, PROVO, UT 84604(801) 357-7081 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2026, Oct 28, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Mr. Nkem Aziken M.d. NPPES

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

MR. NKEM AZIKEN M.D. (NPI 1740625540) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Provo, Utah, licensed in Utah (13806260-1205) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Akron.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740625540

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. NKEM AZIKENCredential: M.D.

Location Address395 W COUGAR BLVD STE 503Provo, UT 84604-3323

Mailing AddressPo Box 27128Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128

Phone(801) 357-7081

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 7, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2026

✔ NPI 1740625540 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in UT · 13806260-1205

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

395 W COUGAR BLVD STE 503, Provo, UT 84604

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 175 Arch St Ste 407Akron, OH 44304-1433 · Phone (330) 384-9001 · Fax (234) 312-2342

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Select Health.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

Mr. Nkem Aziken 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 ID547565368

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240801002773

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

23 services23 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

16 services16 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Utah Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Provo, UT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number460001

Location1034 North 500 WestProvo, UT 84604 · Utah County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84604 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

$166.03 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.03

Typical copayment $41.50 (range $13.58 – $41.50)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$68.01 typical visit price

range $17.23 – $135.20

Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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 10

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

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