LOUISA EFUA ESSANDOH MD
NPI 1902059025
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Edison, NJ

Active since November 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.95/100
CMS Quality Rating
3 LINCOLN HWY STE 315, EDISON, NJ 08820(732) 738-7600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Louisa Efua Essandoh Md NPPES

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

LOUISA EFUA ESSANDOH MD (NPI 1902059025) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Edison, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA08725600) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jfk Medical Center, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902059025
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameLOUISA EFUA ESSANDOHCredential: MD
Location Address3 LINCOLN HWY STE 315Edison, NJ 08820-3963
Mailing Address3 Lincoln Hwy Ste 315Edison, NJ 08820-3963
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 2016
✔ NPI 1902059025 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA08725600
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
3 LINCOLN HWY STE 315, Edison, NJ 08820

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Louisa Efua Atakora Md

Accepted Insurance

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

Louisa Efua Essandoh 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 ID8123207321
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110120000150
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Louisa Essandoh reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Surgical Critical Care
331 NEWMAN SPRINGS RD STE 220
Red Bank, NJ 07701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 2,844 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 3

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.

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
78 services78 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
15 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Jfk Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Edison, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310108
Location65 James StreetEdison, NJ 08820 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08820 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

94.95/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality87.26
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Louisa Essandoh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Louisa Essandoh is 1902059025. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 3, 2008. The provider is also known as Louisa Efua Atakora MD.

Where is Louisa Essandoh located?

Louisa Essandoh practices at 3 Lincoln Hwy Ste 315, Edison, NJ 08820. The listed phone number is (732) 738-7600.

What is Louisa Essandoh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Louisa Essandoh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Louisa Essandoh 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 organization bills Medicare for Louisa Essandoh's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Louisa Essandoh reassigns Medicare benefits to Hackensack Meridian Health Medical Group - Specialty Care PC (Red Bank, NJ). The 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 Louisa Essandoh's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Louisa Essandoh accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health list Louisa Essandoh 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 Louisa Essandoh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Louisa Essandoh is affiliated with Jfk Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Louisa Essandoh was last updated on February 16, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.