Ekelechi Nwanju, CRNA, DNP
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
7+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
7 locations
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
365 Montauk Ave, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 442-0711
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
365 Montauk Ave, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 442-0711
Northeast Medical Group Inc
365 Montauk Ave, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 444-3735
Lawrence And Memorial Hospital, Inc.
365 Montauk Ave, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 442-0711
Hartford Healthcare Urgent Care Centers Llc
351 N Frontage Rd, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 865-0934
Ocean Radiology Associates Pc
365 Montauk Ave, New London, Connecticut, 06320
(860) 444-5151
About Ekelechi Nwanju
Ekelechi Nwanju, CNA is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
8
Years Experience
7
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)Credentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2018
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8081 | Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered | |
| New York | 819424 | Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered | — |
Public Data Summary for Ekelechi Nwanju
In their first decade of practice, Ekelechi Nwanju represents the newer generation of certified registered nurse anesthetist (crna) providers, CRNA, DNP, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2018. Ekelechi currently practices across 7 facilities, including Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London, Connecticut. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225593783, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Ekelechi Nwanju as a lower-volume certified registered nurse anesthetist (crna) provider, treating approximately 176 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 182 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Ekelechi Nwanju
What does Ekelechi Nwanju specialize in?
Ekelechi Nwanju specializes in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna). Secondary taxonomy filings also list Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered.
Where does Ekelechi Nwanju practice?
Ekelechi Nwanju practices at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London, Connecticut. Ekelechi is also affiliated with 6 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Ekelechi Nwanju accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Ekelechi Nwanju accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 176 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Ekelechi Nwanju's NPI number?
Ekelechi Nwanju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225593783. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Ekelechi Nwanju been practicing?
Ekelechi Nwanju has approximately 7 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2018.