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EMEM UCHE OKONKWO MD
NPI 1902079882
Family Medicine in Bronx, NY

Active since April 10, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1276 FULTON AVE, 3RD FLOOR, BRONX, NY 10456(718) 901-8781(718) 901-8704 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 1, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Emem Uche Okonkwo Md NPPES

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

EMEM UCHE OKONKWO MD (NPI 1902079882) is an individual family medicine provider in Bronx, New York, licensed in New York (260094) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bronxcare Hospital Center, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902079882
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameEMEM UCHE OKONKWOCredential: MD
Location Address1276 FULTON AVE, 3RD FLOORBronx, NY 10456-3402
Mailing Address1276 Fulton Ave, 3rd FloorBronx, NY 10456-3402 · (718) 901-8781 · Fax (718) 901-8704
Phone(718) 901-8781
Fax(718) 901-8704
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 1, 2018
✔ NPI 1902079882 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 260094✔ Licensed in IN · 01064870A
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1276 FULTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
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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

Emem Uche Okonkwo 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 ID7719053180
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080909000243
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 6

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 nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
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.
1,258 services185 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A 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.
611 services151 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
59 services40 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
47 services42 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
25 services25 patients
Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304
An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.
22 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Bronxcare Hospital Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bronx, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330009
Location1276 Fulton AvenueBronx, NY 10456 · Bronx County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10456 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
$105.06 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $26.26 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers29 claims29 services$14.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$6.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MR. ORLANDO BOSCH LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8010
RAJESH MANHARBHAI PATEL M.D
Psychiatry & Neurology (Addiction Psychiatry)
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8222
MR. JOHN LEE PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1276 FULTON AVE, PSYCHIATRY - MMTP
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 503-7794
MS. MARJORIE LEAH MURAVINA LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8918
DR. VAHID NIKZAD M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8653
MAYRA RAMIREZ LCSW
Social Worker
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-6335
KETKI S SHAH M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8445
BRONXCARE HEALTH SYSTEM
Clinic/Center (Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center))
1276 FULTON AVE
BRONX, NY 10456
Bronx County (718) 901-8600

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 Emem Okonkwo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Emem Okonkwo is 1902079882. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2008.

Where is Emem Okonkwo located?

Emem Okonkwo practices at 1276 Fulton Ave 3rd Floor, Bronx, NY 10456. The listed phone number is (718) 901-8781.

What is Emem Okonkwo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Emem Okonkwo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Emem Okonkwo 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 Emem Okonkwo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Emem Okonkwo is affiliated with Bronxcare Hospital Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Emem Okonkwo was last updated on March 1, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.