Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 45+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in El Paso, Texas. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1979, having over 45 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Las Palmas Medical Center, Providence Memorial Hospital, Sierra Medical Center, Sierra Providence East Medical Center, University Medical Center Of El Paso. Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (915) 545-6647 to request Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 4801 Alberta Ave
El Paso, TX 79905

Phone 1: (915) 545-6647

Fax: (915) 545-9799
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Azikiwe Nwosu
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7618885989
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Nephrology

Experience

  • Over 45 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu graduated from medical school in 1979.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1083641179
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, June 26, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, December 17, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Azikiwe Nwosu has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 45 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center


Practice Locations

4801 Alberta Ave
El Paso, TX 79905
Phone: (915) 545-6647
Fax: (915) 545-9799
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


4800 Alberta Ave
El Paso, TX 79905-2709
Phone: (915) 545-6626
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, December 17, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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