Benedict Okwara, M.D.
NPI 1487613840 · Internal Medicine Physician · Monroe, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benedict Okwara, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Monroe, NC (NPI 1487613840).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487613840
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 33878 (NC)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,707 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 2,251 | $59 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 628 | $44 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 351 | $45 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 255 | $36 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, First 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99426 | 171 | $58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 108 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 432 | 230 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 312 | 158 |
| Omeprazole | 195 | 91 |
| Losartan Potassium | 193 | 92 |
| Gabapentin | 189 | 80 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 180 | 88 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$925 across 38 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-22
- Last updated
- 2025-12-16
- Certified
- 2025-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benedict Okwara's NPI number?
- Benedict Okwara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487613840, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benedict Okwara's specialty?
- Benedict Okwara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benedict Okwara located?
- Benedict Okwara's practice location on file with NPPES is 404 South Sutherland Ave., Monroe, NC 28112.
- What is Benedict Okwara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benedict Okwara is (704) 291-9267.
- Does Benedict Okwara accept Medicare?
- Benedict Okwara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benedict Okwara's NPI active?
- Yes — Benedict Okwara's NPI (1487613840) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.