Chukwuma Egwim, MD. MBBS
NPI 1265607725 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chukwuma Egwim, MD. MBBS is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1265607725).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265607725
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD. MBBS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M9993 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,853 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 783 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 529 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 272 | $125 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 81 | $176 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 39 | $133 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 140 | 30 |
| Spironolactone | 92 | 30 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 91 | 28 |
| Lactulose | 85 | 23 |
| Furosemide | 75 | 24 |
| Ursodiol | 72 | 20 |
| Tenofovir Alafenamidebrand: Vemlidy | 66 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27,256 across 134 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-25
- Last updated
- 2008-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chukwuma Egwim's NPI number?
- Chukwuma Egwim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265607725, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chukwuma Egwim's specialty?
- Chukwuma Egwim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chukwuma Egwim located?
- Chukwuma Egwim's practice location on file with NPPES is 6410 Fannin St Ste 225, Houston, TX 77030-3002.
- What is Chukwuma Egwim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chukwuma Egwim is (713) 799-8300.
- Does Chukwuma Egwim accept Medicare?
- Chukwuma Egwim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chukwuma Egwim's NPI active?
- Yes — Chukwuma Egwim's NPI (1265607725) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.