Obiora Ogbuawa, MD
NPI 1427073675 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Washington DC, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Obiora Ogbuawa, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Washington DC, DC (NPI 1427073675).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427073675
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 8711 (DC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
426 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 391 | $141 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 23 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 12 | $199 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $101–$199 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 119 | 33 |
| Metformin Hcl | 89 | 33 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 65 | 24 |
| Methimazole | 61 | 18 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 59 | 16 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 53 | 12 |
| Glipizide |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-12
- Last updated
- 2008-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Obiora Ogbuawa's NPI number?
- Obiora Ogbuawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427073675, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Obiora Ogbuawa's specialty?
- Obiora Ogbuawa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Obiora Ogbuawa located?
- Obiora Ogbuawa's practice location on file with NPPES is 1615 Rhode Island Avenue Ne, Washington DC, DC 20018.
- What is Obiora Ogbuawa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Obiora Ogbuawa is (202) 636-3781.
- Does Obiora Ogbuawa accept Medicare?
- Obiora Ogbuawa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Obiora Ogbuawa's NPI active?
- Yes — Obiora Ogbuawa's NPI (1427073675) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.