IKECHUKWU ARENE M.D.
NPI 1801806674
Internal Medicine in Encino, CA

Active since August 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120, ENCINO, CA 91316(818) 290-3289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Ikechukwu Arene M.d. NPPES

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

IKECHUKWU ARENE M.D. (NPI 1801806674) is an individual internal medicine provider in Encino, California, licensed in California (C51962) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801806674
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameIKECHUKWU ARENECredential: M.D.
Location Address5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120Encino, CA 91316-5200
Mailing Address11325 Park Square Dr Apt K202Bakersfield, CA 93311-8869 · (661) 873-5887
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 2022
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2022
✔ NPI 1801806674 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 CA · C51962
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.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License C51962 (CA)
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120, Encino, CA 91316

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00C519620CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ikechukwu Arene 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 ID8527956424
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050701000924
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 Reassignments

14

Medicare enrollment records show Ikechukwu Arene reassigns Medicare billing to 14 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
16237 VENTURA BLVD
Encino, CA 91436
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 58 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
4929 VAN NUYS BLVD
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 63 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
14434 HAMLIN ST STE 2A
Van Nuys, CA 91401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
14850 ROSCOE BLVD
Panorama City, CA 91402
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 121 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
1509 WILSON TER
Glendale, CA 91206
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 962 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
1425 W MANCHESTER AVE STE A
Los Angeles, CA 90047
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
2623 E SLAUSON AVE
Huntington Park, CA 90255
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 74 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
4060 WHITTIER BLVD
Los Angeles, CA 90023
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 30 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
4081 E OLYMPIC BLVD, EMERGENCY DEPT
Los Angeles, CA 90023
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 31 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
13222 BLOOMFIELD AVE
Norwalk, CA 90650
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
293 services275 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
152 services145 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
106 services103 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
22 services22 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91316 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Dentist (General Practice)
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120
ENCINO, CA 91316
Dentist (General Practice)
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120
ENCINO, CA 91316
Dentist (General Practice)
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120
ENCINO, CA 91316
Dentist (General Practice)
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120
ENCINO, CA 91316
Internal Medicine
5400 BALBOA BLVD STE 120
ENCINO, CA 91316

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 Ikechukwu Arene's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ikechukwu Arene is 1801806674. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 8, 2006.

Where is Ikechukwu Arene located?

Ikechukwu Arene practices at 5400 Balboa Blvd Ste 120, Encino, CA 91316. The listed phone number is (818) 290-3289.

What is Ikechukwu Arene's specialty?

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

Is Ikechukwu Arene enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ikechukwu Arene 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 organizations bill Medicare for Ikechukwu Arene's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ikechukwu Arene reassigns Medicare benefits to 14 organizations: Pacifica Emergency Medical Associates (Encino, CA), Sherman Oaks Emergency Medical Associates (Sherman Oaks, CA), Erx Medical Group Inc (Van Nuys, CA), Can Emergency Physicians Medical Group, Inc. (Panorama City, CA), Galen Inpatient Physicians, PC (Glendale, CA) and 9 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 Ikechukwu Arene'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 Ikechukwu Arene was last updated on February 22, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.