Chikezie Ochieze, M.D.
NPI 1548616170 · Hospitalist Physician · Lufkin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chikezie Ochieze, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Lufkin, TX (NPI 1548616170).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548616170
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S0761 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
10 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
1,130 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 50 Minutes99233 | 436 | $115 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 270 | $111 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 150 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 127 | $168 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 124 | $207 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 42 | 42 |
| Levofloxacin | 38 | 38 |
| Cefdinir | 30 | 30 |
| Azithromycin | 30 | 30 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 21 | 21 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 21 | 21 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 19 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 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)
- 1201 W Frank AveLufkin, TX 75904-3357Phone: (361) 582-0861
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-12
- Last updated
- 2025-12-04
- Certified
- 2025-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chikezie Ochieze's NPI number?
- Chikezie Ochieze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548616170, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chikezie Ochieze's specialty?
- Chikezie Ochieze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chikezie Ochieze located?
- Chikezie Ochieze's practice location on file with NPPES is 505 S John Redditt Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904-3120.
- What is Chikezie Ochieze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chikezie Ochieze is (936) 634-8311.
- Does Chikezie Ochieze accept Medicare?
- Chikezie Ochieze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chikezie Ochieze's NPI active?
- Yes — Chikezie Ochieze's NPI (1548616170) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.