Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Ekwueme, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1720183890
- 20 yrs on file
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1521 Gunbarrel RD # 103
Chattanooga, TN 374213124
(423) 531-0911
fax (423) 531-0912 - Mailing address
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1025 Peerless Xing Nw
Cleveland, TN 373123764
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 30, 2024
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #66165
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720183890. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,001
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$107,925
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 408 | 145 | $99 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 142 | 131 | $170 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 122 | 58 | $99 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 96 | 67 | $69 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 84 | 76 | $124 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 58 | 55 | $71 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 33 | 24 | $69 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 20 | 19 | $142 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 15 | 14 | $170 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 12 | 12 | $83 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in Chattanooga Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 120. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,616
Patients
359
Total drug cost
$91,542
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 247 | 29 | $68,547 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 178 | 39 | $2,891 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 159 | 38 | $2,265 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 153 | 32 | $1,374 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 113 | 20 | $2,333 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 90 | 23 | $1,723 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 85 | 19 | $1,195 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 83 | 19 | $1,150 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 82 | 31 | $2,210 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 80 | 24 | $792 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Ekwueme's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Ekwueme practices Family Medicine Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Karen Ekwueme practice?
Dr. Karen Ekwueme practices at 1521 Gunbarrel RD # 103, Chattanooga, TN 374213124. Office phone: 4235310911.
What is Dr. Karen Ekwueme's NPI?
Dr. Karen Ekwueme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720183890, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Ekwueme commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.