Philip Elangwe, M.D.
NPI 1780776435 · Family Medicine Physician · Fort Smith, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Elangwe, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Fort Smith, AR (NPI 1780776435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780776435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
11,687 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 6,538 | $67 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 1,577 | $67 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 871 | $98 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 860 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 475 | $115 |
| 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 · 333 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,869 | 357 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,730 | 342 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,678 | 242 |
| Gabapentin | 1,663 | 273 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,418 | 218 |
| Furosemide | 1,367 | 236 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,453 across 85 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
- 2006-09-29
- Last updated
- 2021-08-05
- Certified
- 2021-06-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Elangwe's NPI number?
- Philip Elangwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780776435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Elangwe's specialty?
- Philip Elangwe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Elangwe located?
- Philip Elangwe's practice location on file with NPPES is 2420 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901-4164.
- What is Philip Elangwe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Elangwe is (479) 782-0244.
- Does Philip Elangwe accept Medicare?
- Philip Elangwe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Elangwe's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Elangwe's NPI (1780776435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.