Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Engida Alemu, MD
Specialist (CMS: Infectious Disease) · Yuma, AZ
- NPI 1710916705
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.6 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2281 W 24Th St, Suite 11
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 314-3201
fax (928) 314-3202
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 28, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #37473
- Medicaid
- AZ #274858
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710916705. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,857
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$298,523
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 1,219 | 368 | $77 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 557 | 220 | $115 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 380 | 324 | $126 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 355 | 183 | $124 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 177 | 165 | $168 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 108 | 71 | $87 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 61 | 61 | $161 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Yuma Specialist, average services per provider: 203. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
674
Patients
197
Total drug cost
$777,198
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biktarvy (Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala) | Brand | 138 | 15 | $554,819 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 85 | 35 | $2,678 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 78 | 23 | $1,738 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 66 | 41 | $1,162 |
| Vancomycin Hcl | Generic | 51 | 16 | $6,087 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 46 | 34 | $1,066 |
| Ceftazidime | Generic | 35 | 0 | $4,462 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 31 | 15 | $580 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 25 | 18 | $664 |
| Tivicay (Dolutegravir Sodium) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $59,156 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Engida Alemu's medical specialty?
Dr. Engida Alemu practices Specialist in Yuma, AZ.
Where does Dr. Engida Alemu practice?
Dr. Engida Alemu practices at 2281 W 24Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364. Office phone: 9283143201.
What is Dr. Engida Alemu's NPI?
Dr. Engida Alemu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710916705, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Engida Alemu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Engida Alemu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Engida Alemu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.