Henry Ayiku, MD
NPI 1477509404 · Nephrology Physician · North Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Henry Ayiku, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in North Charleston, SC (NPI 1477509404).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477509404
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 23994 (SC)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,170 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 490 | $76 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 488 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 487 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 419 | $97 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 383 | $16 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 133 | 43 |
| Losartan Potassium | 75 | 21 |
| Lisinopril | 67 | 19 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 61 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 49 | 15 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 47 | 19 |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$609 across 31 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 (1)
- 1481 Tobias Gadson BlvdSuite 2aCharleston, SC 29407-4794Phone: (843) 766-5633Fax: (843) 766-5634
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-25
- Last updated
- 2022-05-02
- Certified
- 2022-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Henry Ayiku's NPI number?
- Henry Ayiku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477509404, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Henry Ayiku's specialty?
- Henry Ayiku is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Henry Ayiku located?
- Henry Ayiku's practice location on file with NPPES is 3815 Faber Place Dr, North Charleston, SC 29405-8533.
- What is Henry Ayiku's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Henry Ayiku is (843) 767-9312.
- Does Henry Ayiku accept Medicare?
- Henry Ayiku is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Henry Ayiku's NPI active?
- Yes — Henry Ayiku's NPI (1477509404) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.