SHUAIB O OKPONOBI M.D.
NPI 1821221789
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since August 26, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
320 E NORTH AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212(412) 359-6886 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 2, 2020, Mar 17, 2018, Jul 11, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Shuaib O Okponobi M.d. NPPES

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

SHUAIB O OKPONOBI M.D. (NPI 1821221789) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD448454) and active in the NPI registry since August 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Meadville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821221789
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameSHUAIB O OKPONOBICredential: M.D.
Location Address320 E NORTH AVEPittsburgh, PA 15212-4756
Mailing Address320 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212-4756 · (412) 359-6886 · Fax (412) 359-3598
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 20204 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 2, 2020
NPI 1821221789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in PA · MD448454
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
320 E NORTH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1751 Liberty StMeadville, PA 16335-2559 · Phone (814) 333-5518 · Fax (814) 333-5987

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1030340500001PA
Medicaid0136818OH

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

Shuaib O Okponobi 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 ID1557674496
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150721001363
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 13

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
598 services82 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
381 services55 patients
Protein measurement, serum 84165
A serum protein measurement is a blood test that determines the levels of proteins in your blood. It is used to evaluate your overall health, and diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or immune disorders.
213 services196 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
205 services105 patients
Immunologic analysis technique on serum (immunofixation) 86334
Immunofixation is a lab test that helps identify proteins called immunoglobulins in your blood serum. These proteins are part of your immune system. Changes in their levels can indicate certain diseases. The test is simple and only requires a blood sample.
146 services131 patients
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 16 or more markers 88189
Flow cytometry is a method used to measure and analyze cells. It uses a beam of light to detect up to 16 or more markers on cells, helping to identify their type, function, or abnormalities. This technique aids in diagnosing various health conditions.
121 services112 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Allegheny General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390050
Location320 East North AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15212 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

West Penn Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390090
Location4800 Friendship AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15224 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jefferson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jefferson Hills, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390265
Location565 Coal Valley RoadJefferson Hills, PA 15025 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grove City Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Grove City, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390266
Location631 North Broad Street Ext.Grove City, PA 16127 · Mercer County
Emergency services

Ahn Wexford Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wexford, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390334
Location12351 Perry HighwayWexford, PA 15090 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15212 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE, EMERGENCY MEDICINE RESIDENCY OFFICE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Emergency Medicine (Medical Toxicology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

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 Shuaib Okponobi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shuaib Okponobi is 1821221789. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2009.

Where is Shuaib Okponobi located?

Shuaib Okponobi practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The listed phone number is (412) 359-6886.

What is Shuaib Okponobi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Shuaib Okponobi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shuaib Okponobi 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 Shuaib Okponobi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shuaib Okponobi is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, West Penn Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, Grove City Medical Center and Ahn Wexford Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shuaib Okponobi was last updated on October 2, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.