Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Saint Clair Shores, MI
- NPI 1720298136
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 89.7 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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29001 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 480812711
(586) 778-0664
fax (586) 778-0396
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 23, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301084051
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720298136. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,417
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,050
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 718 | 178 | $81 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 148 | 59 | $4 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 102 | 84 | $121 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 92 | 49 | $129 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 74 | 63 | $133 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 72 | 36 | $90 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 63 | 57 | $177 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 54 | 14 | $355 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 47 | 14 | $296 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 34 | 18 | $51 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Saint Clair Shores Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 129. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$907
Transactions
44
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 19 | $317.14 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 10 | $248.93 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $75.98 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 3 | $69.24 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $68.35 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 2 | $42.79 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $27.86 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $21.20 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $18.45 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 1 | $16.61 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
946
Patients
260
Total drug cost
$36,786
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | Generic | 246 | 76 | $6,833 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 100 | 37 | $2,465 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 91 | 30 | $1,023 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 82 | 22 | $1,356 |
| Prosol (Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1) | Brand | 76 | 0 | $10,452 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 70 | 24 | $1,257 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 62 | 15 | $4,170 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 47 | 21 | $662 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 41 | 18 | $279 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 39 | 17 | $513 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo's medical specialty?
Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo practices Nephrology Physician in Saint Clair Shores, MI.
Where does Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo practice?
Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo practices at 29001 Harper Ave, Saint Clair Shores, MI 480812711. Office phone: 5867780664.
What is Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo's NPI?
Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720298136, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Blessing Okoronkwo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.