Nwakaego Nmezi, PH.D.

Rehabilitation Psychologist

Nwakaego Nmezi is a Rehabilitation Psychologist based in Baltimore, MD with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(443) 444-4034Baltimore, MD
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Nwakaego Nmezi, PH.D. specializes in psychology, serving patients in Baltimore, MD in group practice. She has been in practice for 6+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.18/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 51% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 6 Psychologist providers in MDSee all Psychologist in Baltimore6+ years experienceNPI since 2020

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Contact & Location

Practice Location

5601 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21239-2945

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland.

MIPS Score

2023

80.18/100

Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

201

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+20%)69%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
65%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+27%)59%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+24%)58%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+22%)56%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+21%)53%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.29 / 1.00

Below-average vulnerability

She practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Jan 23, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 6 years in practice

    Established

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist who specializes in the study and application of psychological principles on behalf of persons who have disability due to injury or illness. Rehabilitation psychologists, often within teams, assess and treat cognitive, emotional, and functional difficulties, and help people to overcome barriers to participation in life activities. Rehabilitation psychologists are involved in practice, research, and advocacy, with the broad goal of fostering independence and opportunity for people with disabilities.

Taxonomy: 103TR0400X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

102 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC 20010-2921

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychology Care With Nwakaego Nmezi

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Nwakaego Nmezi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Baltimore required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nwakaego Nmezi

NPI records show Dr. Nmezi as active with telehealth listed in Baltimore, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (443) 444-4034.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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