Preston Ukoli, M.D.
NPI 1962627026 · Nephrology Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Preston Ukoli, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1962627026).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962627026
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J7705 (TX)
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
1,083 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 295 | $278 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure Requiring Repeated Evaluation90937 | 181 | $97 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 121 | $67 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 91 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 83 | $87 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 78 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 121 | 27 |
| Carvedilol | 114 | 50 |
| Calcium Acetate | 82 | 32 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 69 | 19 |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 15% No.5brand: Clinisol | 52 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 47 | 23 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 40 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$43 across 2 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
- 2007-04-16
- Last updated
- 2020-08-10
- Certified
- 2020-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Preston Ukoli's NPI number?
- Preston Ukoli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962627026, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Preston Ukoli's specialty?
- Preston Ukoli is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Preston Ukoli located?
- Preston Ukoli's practice location on file with NPPES is 1211 E Alton Gloor Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78526-3831.
- What is Preston Ukoli's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Preston Ukoli is (956) 542-1655.
- Does Preston Ukoli accept Medicare?
- Preston Ukoli is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Preston Ukoli's NPI active?
- Yes — Preston Ukoli's NPI (1962627026) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.