Ugochukwu Nwude, MD
NPI 1477817914 · Family Medicine Physician · El Dorado, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ugochukwu Nwude, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in El Dorado, AR (NPI 1477817914).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477817914
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
803 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 279 | $166 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 209 | $7 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 159 | $113 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 66 | $199 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making99282 | 57 | $38 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 33 | $64 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 35 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | 26 |
| Naproxen | 24 | 24 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 14 | 14 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 14 | 14 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 12 | 12 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 across 1 record (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)
- 701 N West AveEl Dorado, AR 71730-4654Phone: (870) 862-2331
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-29
- Last updated
- 2025-01-17
- Certified
- 2025-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ugochukwu Nwude's NPI number?
- Ugochukwu Nwude's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477817914, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ugochukwu Nwude's specialty?
- Ugochukwu Nwude is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ugochukwu Nwude located?
- Ugochukwu Nwude's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 E Church St, El Dorado, AR 71730-4602.
- What is Ugochukwu Nwude's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ugochukwu Nwude is (870) 862-2331.
- Does Ugochukwu Nwude accept Medicare?
- Ugochukwu Nwude is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ugochukwu Nwude's NPI active?
- Yes — Ugochukwu Nwude's NPI (1477817914) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.