DR. CHIKE MAGNUS NZERUE M.D.
NPI 1912976762
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Cookeville, TN

Q: What is Chike Nzerue's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chike Nzerue is 1912976762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 15, 2006.

Q: What is Chike Nzerue's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chike Nzerue was last updated on January 3, 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.

Active since March 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

145 W 4TH ST STE 102, COOKEVILLE, TN 38501(931) 783-2902(931) 783-2219 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 3, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 3, 2023, Mar 1, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Dr. Chike Magnus Nzerue M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHIKE MAGNUS NZERUE M.D. (NPI 1912976762) is an individual nephrology provider in Cookeville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (40384) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912976762

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHIKE MAGNUS NZERUECredential: M.D.

Location Address145 W 4TH ST STE 102Cookeville, TN 38501-2476

Mailing Address140 W 7th StCookeville, TN 38501-1726 · (931) 783-5582 · Fax (931) 526-6760

Phone(931) 783-2902

Fax(931) 783-2219

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateMarch 15, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 3, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 3, 2023

✔ NPI 1912976762 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 40384

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

145 W 4TH ST STE 102, Cookeville, TN 38501

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3336429TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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. Chike Magnus Nzerue 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 ID1850322017

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170913003004

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 4

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.

142 services74 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.

92 services61 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

43 services20 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.

32 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Henderson, NV

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number290045

Location3001 St Rose ParkwayHenderson, NV 89052 · Clark County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Metro Nashville General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number440111

Location1818 Albion StreetNashville, TN 37208 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38501 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

90%58 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. TERAH C ISAACSON M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgery

145 W 4TH ST STE 102
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501

Putnam County (931) 783-5515

CHINMAY SARVOTTAM MAJMUNDAR M.D. F.A.C.S.

Surgery

145 W 4TH ST STE 102
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501

Putnam County (931) 783-5515

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 Chike Nzerue's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chike Nzerue is 1912976762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 15, 2006.

Where is Chike Nzerue located?

Chike Nzerue practices at 145 W 4th St Ste 102, Cookeville, TN 38501. The listed phone number is (931) 783-2902.

What is Chike Nzerue's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Chike Nzerue enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chike Nzerue 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 Chike Nzerue accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 2 other insurers list Chike Nzerue 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 Chike Nzerue affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chike Nzerue is affiliated with Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus and Metro Nashville General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chike Nzerue was last updated on January 3, 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.