Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernest Kanu, M.D.
Legal Medicine (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Yakima, WA
- NPI 1437261179
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
602 E Nob Hill Blvd
Yakima, WA 989013534
(509) 248-3334 - Mailing address
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827 N 48Th Ave
Yakima, WA 989082405
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 12, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 173000000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00043690
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437261179. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
351
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$59,670
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 351 | 326 | $170 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Yakima Legal Medicine, average services per provider: 351. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernest Kanu's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernest Kanu practices Legal Medicine in Yakima, WA.
Where does Dr. Ernest Kanu practice?
Dr. Ernest Kanu practices at 602 E Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA 989013534. Office phone: 5092483334.
What is Dr. Ernest Kanu's NPI?
Dr. Ernest Kanu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437261179, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernest Kanu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernest Kanu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernest Kanu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.