Nkiruka Arene, M.D.
NPI 1477517332 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Bel Air, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nkiruka Arene, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Bel Air, MD (NPI 1477517332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477517332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D63924 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
16,193 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection, Triamcinolone Acetonide, Preservative Free, 1 MgJ3300 | 6,861 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,867 | $122 |
| Care Management Services for Behavioral Health Conditions, 20 Minutes Or More Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional99484 | 1,288 | $53 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 1,282 | $61 |
| Each Additional 15 Minutes of Chronic Pain Management and Treatment By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month. (list Separately in Addition to Code for G3002. When Using G3003, 15 Minutes Must Be Met Or Exceeded.)G3003 | 1,055 | $29 |
| Chronic Pain Management and Treatment, Monthly Bundle Including, Diagnosis; Assessment and Monitoring; Administration of a Validated Pain Rating Scale Or Tool; the Development, Implementation, Revision, And/Or Maintenance of a Person-Centered Care Plan Tha |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 177 | 60 |
| Gabapentin | 72 | 25 |
| Pregabalin | 48 | 13 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 32 | — |
| Baclofen | 30 | 14 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 27 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 26 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$637 across 31 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-17
- Last updated
- 2019-07-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nkiruka Arene's NPI number?
- Nkiruka Arene's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477517332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nkiruka Arene's specialty?
- Nkiruka Arene is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nkiruka Arene located?
- Nkiruka Arene's practice location on file with NPPES is 2012 S Tollgate Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015-5900.
- What is Nkiruka Arene's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nkiruka Arene is (443) 977-9180.
- Does Nkiruka Arene accept Medicare?
- Nkiruka Arene is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nkiruka Arene's NPI active?
- Yes — Nkiruka Arene's NPI (1477517332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.