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DR. IKENNA CHIKEZIRI OKPAREKE M.D.
NPI 1912218009
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Cartersville, GA

Q: What is Ikenna Okpareke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ikenna Okpareke is 1912218009. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2010.

Q: What is Ikenna Okpareke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ikenna Okpareke was last updated on August 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 days 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.

Active since June 23, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.02/100

CMS Quality Rating

15 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE NE, SUITE 302, CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121(770) 929-9033 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Ikenna Chikeziri Okpareke M.d. NPPES

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

DR. IKENNA CHIKEZIRI OKPAREKE M.D. (NPI 1912218009) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Cartersville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (90577) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912218009

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameDR. IKENNA CHIKEZIRI OKPAREKECredential: M.D.

Location Address15 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE NE, SUITE 302Cartersville, GA 30121

Mailing Address3390 Peachtree Rd Ne Ste 1500Atlanta, GA 30326-2822

Phone(770) 929-9033

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJune 23, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 5, 2026

NPPES CertifiedAugust 5, 2026

✔ NPI 1912218009 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in GA · 90577

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 90577 (GA)

15 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE NE, Cartersville, GA 30121

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid003260359BGA

Medicaid003260359DGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Dr. Ikenna Chikeziri Okpareke M.d. 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 ID9931348174

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211213002639

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 26

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.

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.

429 services176 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.

388 services215 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

330 services163 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

211 services51 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0482

A definitive drug test identifies specific drugs in your system. Advanced methods like GC/MS (Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) and LC/MS (Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) are used. These can distinguish between similar drugs, providing precise results.

186 services100 patients

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes 96136

This procedure involves a health professional conducting a psychological or neuropsychological test. The first 30 minutes typically involve understanding your mental health or brain function through various assessments. This helps in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders effectively.

129 services111 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

98 services58 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

60 services37 patients

A definitive drug test is a detailed analysis used to identify specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced techniques, such as gc/ms and lc/ms, to detect and distinguish between different drugs, even those with similar structures.

57 services33 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

51 services30 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

49 services29 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

48 services36 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

45 services35 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

42 services37 patients

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.

38 services35 patients

A definitive drug test is a detailed examination that can identify specific drugs in your system, even closely related ones. Techniques like GC/MS and LC/MS are used for high precision. This helps ensure accurate results for your safety and health.

36 services32 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

32 services25 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

31 services23 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

27 services27 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

25 services25 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

25 services11 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

24 services16 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

24 services16 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately target and destroy nerves in the upper or middle spinal facet joints, which may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint treated follows the same process.

19 services14 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

17 services14 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Cartersville, GA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number110030

Location960 Joe Frank Harris ParkwayCartersville, GA 30120 · Bartow County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marietta, GA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110035

Location677 Church StreetMarietta, GA 30060 · Cobb County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hiram, GA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number110042

Location2518 Jimmy Lee Smith ParkwayHiram, GA 30141 · Paulding County

Wellstar Douglas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Douglasville, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number110184

Location8954 Hospital DriveDouglasville, GA 30134 · Douglas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30121 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

$124.10 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.84 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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.

85.02/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

89.43

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

60.65

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

TRACY HARBUT M.D.

Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)

15 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE NE, SUITE 301
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121

Bartow County (404) 920-4950

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 Ikenna Okpareke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ikenna Okpareke is 1912218009. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2010.

Where is Ikenna Okpareke located?

Ikenna Okpareke practices at 15 Medical Park Drive NE Suite 302, Cartersville, GA 30121. The listed phone number is (770) 929-9033.

What is Ikenna Okpareke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Ikenna Okpareke enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ikenna Okpareke 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 Ikenna Okpareke accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Ikenna Okpareke 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 Ikenna Okpareke affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ikenna Okpareke is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Paulding Medical Center and Wellstar Douglas Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ikenna Okpareke was last updated on August 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 days 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.