Chijioke Kalu, M.D.
NPI 1326012162 · Family Medicine Physician · Indianapolis, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chijioke Kalu, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Indianapolis, IN (NPI 1326012162).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326012162
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01051495A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,102 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 Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 279 | $68 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 149 | $98 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 148 | $122 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 129 | $69 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99304 | 70 | $74 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 273 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 4,562 | 268 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 3,091 | 179 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 2,368 | 125 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 2,294 | 121 |
| Omeprazole | 1,894 | 139 |
| Furosemide | 1,802 | 105 |
| Potassium Chloride | 1,710 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$218 across 4 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
- 2006-02-16
- Last updated
- 2022-01-13
- Certified
- 2022-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chijioke Kalu's NPI number?
- Chijioke Kalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326012162, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chijioke Kalu's specialty?
- Chijioke Kalu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chijioke Kalu located?
- Chijioke Kalu's practice location on file with NPPES is 3834 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203.
- What is Chijioke Kalu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chijioke Kalu is (317) 782-1577.
- Does Chijioke Kalu accept Medicare?
- Chijioke Kalu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chijioke Kalu's NPI active?
- Yes — Chijioke Kalu's NPI (1326012162) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.