Nchang Taka, M.D.
NPI 1700147238 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nchang Taka, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1700147238).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700147238
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 86577 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
1,293 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 335 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 167 | $123 |
| Ultrasound Evaluation of Blood Vessel With Review By Radiologist, Each Additional Vessel37253 | 88 | $160 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 62 | $162 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 48 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 125 | 44 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 90 | 23 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 81 | 26 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 55 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium | 47 | 18 |
| Carvedilol | 47 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$130 across 7 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
- 2012-05-31
- Last updated
- 2023-03-09
- Certified
- 2023-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nchang Taka's NPI number?
- Nchang Taka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700147238, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nchang Taka's specialty?
- Nchang Taka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nchang Taka located?
- Nchang Taka's practice location on file with NPPES is 2000 10th Ave Ste 320, Columbus, GA 31901-3711.
- What is Nchang Taka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nchang Taka is (706) 366-3850.
- Does Nchang Taka accept Medicare?
- Nchang Taka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nchang Taka's NPI active?
- Yes — Nchang Taka's NPI (1700147238) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.