Karen Ekwueme, M.D.
NPI 1720183890 · Family Medicine Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Ekwueme, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1720183890).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720183890
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66165 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
194 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 58 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 44 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 31 | $83 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19)87811 | 29 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 | $147 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 54 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 45 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 42 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 38 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 34 |
| Carvedilol | 28 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 27 |
| Lidocaine | 26 |
| Apixaban |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-14
- Last updated
- 2024-08-30
- Certified
- 2024-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Ekwueme's NPI number?
- Karen Ekwueme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720183890, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Ekwueme's specialty?
- Karen Ekwueme is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Ekwueme located?
- Karen Ekwueme's practice location on file with NPPES is 1521 Gunbarrel Rd # 103, Chattanooga, TN 37421-3124.
- What is Karen Ekwueme's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Ekwueme is (423) 531-0911.
- Does Karen Ekwueme accept Medicare?
- Karen Ekwueme is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Ekwueme's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Ekwueme's NPI (1720183890) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.