Chinwenwa Okeagu, M.D.
NPI 1578824439 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chinwenwa Okeagu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1578824439).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578824439
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D81668 (MD)
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
14 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
5,865 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,795 | $24 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,155 | $94 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,074 | $96 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 696 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 303 | $64 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 160 | 75 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 106 | 65 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 61 | 28 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 38 | 27 |
| Latanoprost | 36 | 14 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 24 | 14 |
| Timolol Maleate | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$323 across 4 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
- 2012-06-06
- Last updated
- 2016-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chinwenwa Okeagu's NPI number?
- Chinwenwa Okeagu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578824439, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chinwenwa Okeagu's specialty?
- Chinwenwa Okeagu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chinwenwa Okeagu located?
- Chinwenwa Okeagu's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287-0005.
- What is Chinwenwa Okeagu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chinwenwa Okeagu is (410) 955-2966.
- Does Chinwenwa Okeagu accept Medicare?
- Chinwenwa Okeagu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chinwenwa Okeagu's NPI active?
- Yes — Chinwenwa Okeagu's NPI (1578824439) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.