HOPE NKECHINYELU OPARA MD
NPI 1871083998
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Seattle, WA

Active since May 14, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
325 9TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98104(206) 744-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 7, 2023, May 14, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Hope Nkechinyelu Opara Md NPPES

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

HOPE NKECHINYELU OPARA MD (NPI 1871083998) is an individual neurology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61307176) and active in the NPI registry since May 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871083998
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameHOPE NKECHINYELU OPARACredential: MD
Location Address325 9TH AVESeattle, WA 98104-2499
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 520-5700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJune 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2023
NPI 1871083998 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License Licensed in WA · MD61307176
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
325 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98104

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Hope Ukatu Md

Accepted Insurance

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

Hope Nkechinyelu Opara Md 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 ID446688402
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230615003349
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 9

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.
112 services49 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.
54 services23 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.
49 services49 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
26 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
19 services17 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
19 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harborview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number500064
Location325 9th AvenueSeattle, WA 98104 · King County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98104 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Physical Therapist
325 9TH AVE, BOX 359920
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Pharmacist
325 9TH AVE, MAILSTOP 359912
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Social Worker (Clinical)
325 9TH AVE, BOX 359760
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Physician Assistant (Medical)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Physical Therapist
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
Occupational Therapist
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104

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 Hope Opara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hope Opara is 1871083998. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2018. The provider is also known as Hope Ukatu MD.

Where is Hope Opara located?

Hope Opara practices at 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. The listed phone number is (206) 744-3000.

What is Hope Opara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Hope Opara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hope Opara 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.

What insurance does Hope Opara accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Hope Opara as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Hope Opara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hope Opara is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr and Harborview Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hope Opara was last updated on June 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.