DR. OGORI N KALU MD
NPI 1992942676
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Newark, NJ

Active since January 16, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, NEWARK, NJ 07102(973) 877-2770 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Feb 26, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Ogori N Kalu Md NPPES

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

DR. OGORI N KALU MD (NPI 1992942676) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Newark, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA08831300) and active in the NPI registry since January 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in East Orange, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992942676
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameDR. OGORI N KALUCredential: MD
Location Address268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVDNewark, NJ 07102-2011
Mailing Address609 W South Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079-1063 · (646) 247-2013
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 16, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1992942676 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License Licensed in NJ · 25MA08831300
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License A108986 (CA), 247698 (NY)
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Newark, NJ 07102

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1300 Central Avenue, Women's Center, 4th floorEast Orange, NJ 07018 · Phone (862) 205-4989

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0251330NJ

Accepted 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. Ogori N Kalu 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 ID9133273675
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110512000832
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 11

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 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.
2,900 services601 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.
601 services518 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
562 services94 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
499 services436 patients
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.
96 services81 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.
62 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07102 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
$190.92 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $47.73 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality80.81
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%7,790 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
100%1,613 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
89%577 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 27% · 1,878 patients
Patients screened: 29% · 1,878 patients
20%44 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,643 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 1,643 patients
0%1,643 patients5/55-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 16

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

Emergency Medicine
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Emergency Medicine
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Emergency Medicine
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Pharmacy
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
268 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

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 Ogori Kalu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ogori Kalu is 1992942676. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 16, 2009.

Where is Ogori Kalu located?

Ogori Kalu practices at 268 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102. The listed phone number is (973) 877-2770.

What is Ogori Kalu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Ogori Kalu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ogori Kalu 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 Ogori Kalu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Ogori Kalu 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ogori Kalu was last updated on March 17, 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.