DR. ALEX I. B. AKUAGWU M.D.
NPI 1982658597
Family Medicine in Plano, TX

Q: What is Alex Akuagwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Akuagwu is 1982658597. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Q: What is Alex Akuagwu's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Akuagwu was last updated on November 7, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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 May 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

7112 SUGARPLUM DR, PLANO, TX 75074(806) 283-2254 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Dr. Alex I. B. Akuagwu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEX I. B. AKUAGWU M.D. (NPI 1982658597) is an individual family medicine provider in Plano, Texas, licensed in Texas (M6006) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982658597

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. ALEX I. B. AKUAGWUCredential: M.D.

Location Address7112 SUGARPLUM DRPlano, TX 75074-2045

Mailing Address7112 Sugarplum DrPlano, TX 75074-2045 · (806) 283-2254

Phone(806) 283-2254

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateMay 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 2007

✔ NPI 1982658597 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · M6006✔ Licensed in NM · MD2005-0815

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.

Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License M6006 (TX), MD2005-0815 (NM)

7112 SUGARPLUM DR, Plano, TX 75074

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINI58331

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Alex I. B. Akuagwu 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 ID7416952700

PECOS Enrollment IDI20071107000497

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 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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

74 services71 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

56 services56 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

21 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown

Acute Care Hospitals · Dallas, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450422

Location2727 East Lemmon Avenue Building IDallas, TX 75204 · Dallas County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75074 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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 Alex Akuagwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Akuagwu is 1982658597. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Where is Alex Akuagwu located?

Alex Akuagwu practices at 7112 Sugarplum Dr, Plano, TX 75074. The listed phone number is (806) 283-2254.

What is Alex Akuagwu's specialty?

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

Is Alex Akuagwu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Akuagwu 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 Alex Akuagwu accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Alex Akuagwu 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 Alex Akuagwu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alex Akuagwu is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Akuagwu was last updated on November 7, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.