Chidi Anukwuem, M.D.
NPI 1487719753 · Internal Medicine Physician · Irvington, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chidi Anukwuem, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Irvington, NJ (NPI 1487719753).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487719753
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MA058920 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
779 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 | 361 | $137 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 131 | $138 |
| 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 | 101 | $52 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 63 | $68 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 61 | $43 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 147 | 48 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 65 | 19 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 59 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 51 | 18 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 51 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 45 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$92 across 6 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
- 2006-12-26
- Last updated
- 2014-04-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chidi Anukwuem's NPI number?
- Chidi Anukwuem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487719753, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chidi Anukwuem's specialty?
- Chidi Anukwuem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chidi Anukwuem located?
- Chidi Anukwuem's practice location on file with NPPES is 1182 Stuyvesant Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111-1057.
- What is Chidi Anukwuem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chidi Anukwuem is (973) 399-2600.
- Does Chidi Anukwuem accept Medicare?
- Chidi Anukwuem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chidi Anukwuem's NPI active?
- Yes — Chidi Anukwuem's NPI (1487719753) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.