Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Barima Poku, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Crossville, TN
- NPI 1750728143
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
421 S Main St
Crossville, TN 385555048
(931) 459-7033
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 4, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #54547
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1750728143. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
888
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$81,131
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 404 | 197 | $74 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 188 | 106 | $111 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 180 | 173 | $75 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 73 | 72 | $162 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 43 | 43 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 206. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $19.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
510
Patients
307
Total drug cost
$4,391
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 60 | 60 | $428 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 46 | 46 | $771 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 44 | 20 | $364 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 41 | 17 | $310 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 38 | 21 | $182 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 37 | 18 | $162 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 35 | 34 | $61 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 33 | 18 | $167 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 31 | 0 | $352 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 29 | 13 | $311 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Barima Poku's medical specialty?
Dr. Barima Poku practices Internal Medicine Physician in Crossville, TN.
Where does Dr. Barima Poku practice?
Dr. Barima Poku practices at 421 S Main St, Crossville, TN 385555048. Office phone: 9314597033.
What is Dr. Barima Poku's NPI?
Dr. Barima Poku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750728143, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Barima Poku accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Barima Poku accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Barima Poku 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); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99238). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.