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IFEANYICHUKWU OBIORA OKAFOR MD
NPI 1972692366
Internal Medicine in Lincolnton, NC

Active since October 12, 2006PECOS Enrolled
105 DAVE WARLICK DR, LINCOLNTON, NC 28092(704) 748-9949(704) 748-2345 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Ifeanyichukwu Obiora Okafor Md NPPES

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

IFEANYICHUKWU OBIORA OKAFOR MD (NPI 1972692366) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lincolnton, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200200150) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Atrium Health Lincoln, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972692366
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameIFEANYICHUKWU OBIORA OKAFORCredential: MD
Location Address105 DAVE WARLICK DRLincolnton, NC 28092-4411
Mailing Address105 Dave Warlick DrLincolnton, NC 28092-4411 · (704) 748-9949 · Fax (704) 748-2345
Phone(704) 748-9949
Fax(704) 748-2345
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2021
NPPES CertifiedOctober 1, 2021
✔ NPI 1972692366 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 200200150
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedClinic/Center · Primary CareTaxonomy 261QP2300X · License 200200150 (NC)
105 DAVE WARLICK DR, Lincolnton, NC 28092
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid89132W6NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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 (PECOS)

Ifeanyichukwu Obiora Okafor Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3577630136
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080923000672
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.

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.
473 services90 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
138 services40 patients
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.
68 services20 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Atrium Health Lincoln

Acute Care Hospitals · Lincolnton, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340145
Location433 Mcalister RdLincolnton, NC 28092 · Lincoln County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28092 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 10

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers12 claims30 services$6.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims24 services$1.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7004
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims24 services$1.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$9.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims66 services$1.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$13.53 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 2

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

SERENITY BEHAVIIROAL CENTER, LLC
Community/Behavioral Health
105 DAVE WARLICK DR
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Lincoln County (704) 240-8853
NATIONAL MEDICAL CLINIC OF LINCOLNTON, PA
Internal Medicine
105 DAVE WARLICK DR
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Lincoln County (704) 748-9949

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 Ifeanyichukwu Okafor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ifeanyichukwu Okafor is 1972692366. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 12, 2006.

Where is Ifeanyichukwu Okafor located?

Ifeanyichukwu Okafor practices at 105 Dave Warlick Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092. The listed phone number is (704) 748-9949.

What is Ifeanyichukwu Okafor's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ifeanyichukwu Okafor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ifeanyichukwu Okafor is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Ifeanyichukwu Okafor accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Ifeanyichukwu Okafor 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 Ifeanyichukwu Okafor affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ifeanyichukwu Okafor is affiliated with Atrium Health Lincoln.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ifeanyichukwu Okafor was last updated on October 1, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.