Chukwudi Okpala, M.D.
NPI 1437449980 · Anesthesiology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chukwudi Okpala, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1437449980).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437449980
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036135806 (IL)
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 tenure28% of score
15 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
248 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 79 | $116 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 63 | $132 |
| Anesthesia for Exam of Colon Using an Endoscope00812 | 22 | $101 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 21 | $143 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 20 | $120 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 16 | $170 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-17
- Last updated
- 2021-07-14
- Certified
- 2021-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chukwudi Okpala's NPI number?
- Chukwudi Okpala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437449980, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chukwudi Okpala's specialty?
- Chukwudi Okpala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chukwudi Okpala located?
- Chukwudi Okpala's practice location on file with NPPES is 8420 W Bryn Mawr Ave Ste 300, Chicago, IL 60631-3436.
- What is Chukwudi Okpala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chukwudi Okpala is (708) 831-8282.
- Does Chukwudi Okpala accept Medicare?
- Chukwudi Okpala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chukwudi Okpala's NPI active?
- Yes — Chukwudi Okpala's NPI (1437449980) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.