CHIOMA A NJOKU PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
NPI 1831483783
Physician Assistant in Wilmington, DE
NPI Status: Active since June 07, 2011
Contact Information
1601 MILLTOWN RD
WILMINGTON, DE
ZIP 19808
Phone: (302) 463-6542
- Individual
- Female
- Physician Assistant
About CHIOMA NJOKU
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Chioma Njoku, a primary care provider established in Wilmington, Delaware with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831483783 assigned on June 2011. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number C5-0001133 (DE). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.
- NPI
- 1831483783
- Provider Name
- CHIOMA A NJOKU PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1601 MILLTOWN RD WILMINGTON, DE 19808
- Location Phone
- (302) 463-6542
- Mailing Address
- 522 N HICKORY AVE BEL AIR, MD 21014
- Mailing Phone
- (410) 638-5333
- Mailing Fax
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-07-2011
- Last Update Date
- 08-16-2018
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Chioma Njoku sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 522 N Hickory Ave
Bel Air, MD 21014
(410) 638-5333 - 4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd
Newark, DE 19718
(302) 623-0188
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physician Assistant
- Taxonomy Code
- 363A00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- C5-0001133
- License State
- DE
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | C0003890 (MD) |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
This service was performed 66 times for 40 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
This service was performed 1,338 times for 201 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
This service was performed 181 times for 151 patientsNursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.
This service was performed 95 times for 91 patientsReviews for CHIOMA A NJOKU PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1831483783, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 77. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 77 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 77 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831483783, enumerated as an "individual" on June 07, 2011.
The provider is located at 1601 MILLTOWN RD WILMINGTON, DE 19808 and the phone number is (302) 463-6542.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.
