Obiora Chidi, M.D.
NPI 1619364296 · Emergency Medicine Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Obiora Chidi, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1619364296).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619364296
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A144784 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,556 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 267 | $136 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Tracing93005 | 234 | $7 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 161 | $17 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 120 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Into Vein96374 | 113 | $41 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Hydration, Each Additional Hour96361 | 110 | $14 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 56 | 56 |
| Azithromycin | 34 | 34 |
| Methylprednisolone | 25 | 24 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 22 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 17 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 14 | 14 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-21
- Last updated
- 2019-02-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Obiora Chidi's NPI number?
- Obiora Chidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619364296, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Obiora Chidi's specialty?
- Obiora Chidi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Obiora Chidi located?
- Obiora Chidi's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9000.
- What is Obiora Chidi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Obiora Chidi is (619) 543-4627.
- Does Obiora Chidi accept Medicare?
- Obiora Chidi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Obiora Chidi's NPI active?
- Yes — Obiora Chidi's NPI (1619364296) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.