Chijindu Nworgu, M.D
NPI 1669816518 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Wilkes Barre, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chijindu Nworgu, M.D is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Wilkes Barre, PA (NPI 1669816518).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669816518
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,171 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74174 | 222 | $98 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 | 194 | $80 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 117 | $11 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 79 | $13 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 | 66 | $117 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 58 | $17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$222 across 8 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
- 2013-04-23
- Last updated
- 2020-08-27
- Certified
- 2020-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chijindu Nworgu's NPI number?
- Chijindu Nworgu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669816518, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chijindu Nworgu's specialty?
- Chijindu Nworgu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chijindu Nworgu located?
- Chijindu Nworgu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 E Mountain Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711-0027.
- What is Chijindu Nworgu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chijindu Nworgu is (570) 808-7779.
- Does Chijindu Nworgu accept Medicare?
- Chijindu Nworgu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chijindu Nworgu's NPI active?
- Yes — Chijindu Nworgu's NPI (1669816518) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.