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DR. WALTER CHIKELUEZE WAKWE MD
NPI 1881910115
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Sun City, AZ

Active since April 12, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.49/100
CMS Quality Rating
10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVD, SUN CITY, AZ 85351(623) 977-7211(480) 256-3682 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 24, 2025, Sep 22, 2020, Apr 25, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Walter Chikelueze Wakwe Md NPPES

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

DR. WALTER CHIKELUEZE WAKWE MD (NPI 1881910115) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Sun City, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (60750) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Sun City, and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881910115
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER CHIKELUEZE WAKWECredential: MD
Location Address10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVDSun City, AZ 85351
Mailing Address10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd, Suite 300Sun City, AZ 85351 · (623) 977-7211 · Fax (480) 256-3682
Phone(623) 977-7211
Fax(480) 256-3682
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 22, 2020
✔ NPI 1881910115 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 60750
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.
10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVD, Sun City, AZ 85351
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 110401 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 200Sun City, AZ 85351-3004 · Phone (623) 832-3444

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Medica, Oscar Health Plan, Inc..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

Dr. Walter Chikelueze Wakwe 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 ID9335389782
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200811002234
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.
114 services33 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.
55 services38 patients
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.
42 services42 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.
31 services26 patients
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) 36561
A central venous tube with port is a small, flexible tube inserted into a large vein, usually in the chest. It allows for easy administration of medication, fluids, or blood products over a long period. A port is attached under the skin for easy access. It's safe for individuals aged 5 and above.
15 services14 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
15 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85351 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
$168.60 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $42.15 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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.

81.49/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost38.3

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MACY JO JERNIGAN PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVD, SUITE 300
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Maricopa County (623) 977-7211
MR. PHILLIP MATTHEW SPENCER PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVD, SUITE 300
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Maricopa County (623) 977-7211
JOHN P BREARD MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
10401 W. THUNDERBIRD BLVD, SUITE 300
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Maricopa County (623) 977-7211

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 Walter Wakwe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Wakwe is 1881910115. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2010.

Where is Walter Wakwe located?

Walter Wakwe practices at 10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351. The listed phone number is (623) 977-7211.

What is Walter Wakwe's specialty?

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

Is Walter Wakwe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Wakwe 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 Walter Wakwe accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Medica and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list Walter Wakwe 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Wakwe was last updated on February 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.