Chima Nwaukwa, M.D.
NPI 1477657807 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Beaumont, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chima Nwaukwa, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Beaumont, TX (NPI 1477657807).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477657807
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036103705 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
1,618 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 578 | $125 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 168 | $14 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 154 | $185 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 82 | $77 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 72 | $175 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 368 | 109 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 358 | 115 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 349 | 94 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 341 | 115 |
| Carvedilol | 248 | 81 |
| Losartan Potassium | 222 | 71 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,456 across 75 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)
- 610 Strickland Dr Ste 190Orange, TX 77630-4790Phone: (409) 832-6200
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-07
- Last updated
- 2026-06-04
- Certified
- 2026-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chima Nwaukwa's NPI number?
- Chima Nwaukwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477657807, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chima Nwaukwa's specialty?
- Chima Nwaukwa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chima Nwaukwa located?
- Chima Nwaukwa's practice location on file with NPPES is 740 Hospital Dr Ste 200, Beaumont, TX 77701-4663.
- What is Chima Nwaukwa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chima Nwaukwa is (409) 832-6200.
- Does Chima Nwaukwa accept Medicare?
- Chima Nwaukwa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chima Nwaukwa's NPI active?
- Yes — Chima Nwaukwa's NPI (1477657807) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.