Samuel Akuoku, M.D
NPI 1962574418 · Internal Medicine Physician · Laurelton, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Akuoku, M.D is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Laurelton, NY (NPI 1962574418).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962574418
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 178587 (NY)
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
19 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
850 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 189 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 135 | $144 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 120 | $9 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Measurement Using Reagent Strip82948 | 80 | $5 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 48 | $146 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 78 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 516 | 181 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 287 | 97 |
| Bisoprolol/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide | 252 | 85 |
| Simvastatin | 200 | 70 |
| Glipizide | 181 | 65 |
| Metformin Hcl | 179 | 62 |
| Losartan Potassium | 170 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$156 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
- 2006-11-13
- Last updated
- 2021-02-11
- Certified
- 2021-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Akuoku's NPI number?
- Samuel Akuoku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962574418, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Akuoku's specialty?
- Samuel Akuoku is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Akuoku located?
- Samuel Akuoku's practice location on file with NPPES is 22414 Merrick Blvd, Laurelton, NY 11413-2023.
- What is Samuel Akuoku's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Akuoku is (718) 949-6433.
- Does Samuel Akuoku accept Medicare?
- Samuel Akuoku is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Akuoku's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Akuoku's NPI (1962574418) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.