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Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician Cytopathology Physician Medicare enrolled

Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D is a Cytopathology Physician in Tampa, FL, registered under NPI 1003260019. This provider registers 2 separate taxonomy codes, which usually means they practise across more than one recognised specialty. NPPES records them as a sole proprietor, meaning the practice is not incorporated as a separate legal entity.

Getting there

Here is what surrounds this office in Tampa, based on OpenStreetMap data collected Sep 14, 2026. Parking is available about 0.48 mi away. The nearest transit stop is 419 ft away, served by Waters Avenue @ Otis Avenue.

5481 W WATERS AVE STE 111, Tampa, FL 33634 Open in Google Maps →

Getting here and what is nearby

Transit Waters Avenue @ Otis Avenue 323 ft ~2 min
Transit Waters Avenue @ Ola Avenue 407 ft ~2 min
Transit Waters Avenue @ Otis Avenue 419 ft ~2 min
Restaurant Dunkin' 0.20 mi ~4 min

222 West Waters Avenue, Tampa 33604

05:00-20:00

+1 813-935-0300

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Restaurant Wendy's 0.30 mi ~6 min

8330 North Florida Avenue, Tampa 33604

07:00-22:00

+1 813-932-3580

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Restaurant Checkers 0.30 mi ~6 min

W Waters Ave, Tampa 33615

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Gas station Wawa 0.34 mi ~7 min
Parking 0.39 mi ~8 min
Parking 0.48 mi ~10 min
OpenStreetMap via Overpass · ODbL 800 m radius Updated Sep 14, 2026

Distances are straight‑line estimates — walking routes may be longer. Hours and phone numbers can change; call ahead to confirm.

Credentials and Medicare

State licence
LicenceStateSpecialty
37640 OK Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology…
37640 OK Cytopathology Physician primary

This provider holds licence 37640 issued in OK. A licence number in NPPES reflects what was filed at registration — it does not confirm the licence is still active today.

Medicare (PECOS)
Status
Approved
Provider type
Practitioner - Pathology
PAC ID
0749683183

Enrolled in Medicare 5 times, across 5 states:

StateEnrollment IDProvider type
Florida I20230327000821 Practitioner - Pathology
Georgia I20230525002222 Practitioner - Pathology
Maryland I20231011003787 Practitioner - Pathology
District of Columbia I20231011003853 Practitioner - Pathology
Virginia I20231020002070 Practitioner - Pathology

Medicare enrolment is recorded as approved under the provider type Practitioner - Pathology. There are 5 separate enrolment records across 5 states (FL, GA, MD, DC, VA). Multiple enrolments usually mean the provider bills Medicare from more than one practice location, or has kept an earlier enrolment after moving. Each record carries its own enrolment ID, listed above. Being enrolled means the provider can bill Medicare; it does not tell you whether they are currently accepting new Medicare patients. Call the office to confirm.

What Cytopathology covers

A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist trained in the diagnosis of human disease by means of the study of cells obtained from body secretions and fluids, by scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or by the aspiration of a tumor mass or body organ with a fine needle. A major aspect of a cytopathologist's practice is the interpretation of Papanicolaou-stained smears of cells from the female reproductive systems, the "Pap" test. However, the cytopathologist's expertise is applied to the diagnosis of cells from all systems and areas of the body. He/she is a consultant to all medical specialists. NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy, code 207ZC0500X
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians Pathology Cytopathology

All registered taxonomy codes

This provider registers 2 taxonomy codes. The primary code is what appears on most claims; the others record additional recognised specialties.

CodeSpecialtyLicenceState
207ZP0102X Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology 37640 OK
207ZC0500X Cytopathology Physician Cytopathology 37640 OK primary

The taxonomy records how the provider classifies their own practice. It does not confirm which conditions they currently treat, whether they are accepting new patients, or which insurance they take — call the office for that.

Full NPPES record

An NPI-1 identifies a single person. It stays with the clinician for life, even if they move practice or change state, which is why the address on file can lag behind where they actually work today.

NPI1003260019 valid check digit
Entity typeIndividual (NPI-1)
Enumeration dateApr 15, 2016
Last updatedNov 29, 2023
StatusActive
Sole proprietorYes
GenderMale
CredentialM.D
Practice address 5481 W WATERS AVE STE 111
Tampa, FL 33634
(813) 577-4686
This record was updated on Nov 29, 2023, which is recent enough that the contact details are likely still accurate.

Number check

1003260019 passes the NPI check digit test The final digit 9 matches the value computed from the first nine digits, so this is a well-formed NPI.
How the check works, step by step

Every NPI carries a Luhn check digit — the same scheme used on credit cards. CMS prefixes the number with 80840 before computing it, which marks it as a US health identifier.

Digit 8 0 8 4 0 1 0 0 3 2 6 0 0 1
Doubled? ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2
Value 8 0 8 8 0 2 0 0 3 4 6 0 0 2

Sum = 41 · next multiple of 10 = 50 · check digit = 9 · actual last digit = 9

A valid check digit only means the number is well-formed. It does not mean the provider is licensed, active, or in good standing — those are separate questions answered by the sections above.

Common questions

What is NPI number 1003260019?
NPI 1003260019 is the National Provider Identifier assigned to Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D in Tampa, FL. It is a 10-digit number issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and used on claims, referrals, and prescriptions to identify the provider.
What does Cytopathology cover?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist trained in the diagnosis of human disease by means of the study of cells obtained from body secretions and fluids, by scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or by the aspiration of a tumor mass or body organ with a fine needle. A major aspect of a…
How do I contact Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D?
The phone number on file with NPPES is (813) 577-4686, last updated Nov 29, 2023. Because NPPES is only updated when a provider files a change, call ahead to confirm the number and the current practice address before visiting.
Does Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D accept Medicare?
This NPI has an approved Medicare enrolment in PECOS, which means the provider is enrolled to bill Medicare. Enrolment does not guarantee they are accepting new Medicare patients — verify directly with the office.
Where do I park when visiting Ifeanyi Nwadukwe, M.D?
Parking is about 0.48 mi from the office. The closest transit stop is 419 ft away, on Waters Avenue @ Otis Avenue. Distances are straight-line estimates from OpenStreetMap, so walking routes may be slightly longer.
Is NPI 1003260019 a valid number?
Yes. 1003260019 passes the Luhn check digit validation that CMS uses for NPI numbers, and it resolves to an active record in the registry.
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