Christopher Okechukwu, MD
NPI 1275528143 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Newton, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Okechukwu, MD is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Newton, NJ (NPI 1275528143).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275528143
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA06048000 (NJ)
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
20 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
974 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 360 | $183 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 199 | $126 |
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 Leads With Review By Physician Only93042 | 88 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 66 | $183 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus and Influenza87428 | 35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 87 | 87 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 53 | 53 |
| Cefdinir | 25 | 25 |
| Cephalexin | 17 | 16 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 16 | 16 |
| Prednisone | 15 | 15 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 14 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2005-09-15
- Last updated
- 2025-09-06
- Certified
- 2025-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Okechukwu's NPI number?
- Christopher Okechukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275528143, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Okechukwu's specialty?
- Christopher Okechukwu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Okechukwu located?
- Christopher Okechukwu's practice location on file with NPPES is 175 High St, Newton, NJ 07860-1004.
- What is Christopher Okechukwu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Okechukwu is (973) 579-8500.
- Does Christopher Okechukwu accept Medicare?
- Christopher Okechukwu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Okechukwu's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Okechukwu's NPI (1275528143) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.