Emmanuel Nwelue, MD
NPI 1417377052 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Schertz, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Emmanuel Nwelue, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Schertz, TX (NPI 1417377052).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417377052
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- R5911 (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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,457 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 325 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 288 | $120 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 216 | $44 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 144 | $105 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 128 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 671 | 218 |
| Celecoxib | 209 | 60 |
| Methocarbamol | 206 | 106 |
| Pregabalin | 201 | 129 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 108 | 101 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 100 | 96 |
| Ibuprofen | 81 | 36 |
| Naproxen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$288 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 601 Creekside Xing Ste 106New Braunfels, TX 78130-4093Phone: (210) 804-6890Fax: (210) 804-6891
- 3327 Research Plz Ste 215San Antonio, TX 78235-5157Phone: (210) 804-6890Fax: (210) 804-6891
- 19138 US Highway 281 N Ste 100San Antonio, TX 78258-4988Phone: (210) 804-6890Fax: (210) 804-6891
- 2829 Babcock Rd Ste 700San Antonio, TX 78229-6015Phone: (210) 804-6890Fax: (210) 804-6891
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-22
- Last updated
- 2022-02-10
- Certified
- 2022-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Emmanuel Nwelue's NPI number?
- Emmanuel Nwelue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417377052, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Emmanuel Nwelue's specialty?
- Emmanuel Nwelue is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Emmanuel Nwelue located?
- Emmanuel Nwelue's practice location on file with NPPES is 5000 Schertz Pkwy Ste 600, Schertz, TX 78154-1457.
- What is Emmanuel Nwelue's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Emmanuel Nwelue is (210) 804-6890.
- Does Emmanuel Nwelue accept Medicare?
- Emmanuel Nwelue is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Emmanuel Nwelue's NPI active?
- Yes — Emmanuel Nwelue's NPI (1417377052) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.