Chukwuka Okafor, MD
NPI 1699979534 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Lakeland, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chukwuka Okafor, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Lakeland, FL (NPI 1699979534).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699979534
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD429548 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,689 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 506 | $24 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 213 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 155 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 104 | $36 |
| Electrical Stimulation (unattended), to One Or More Areas for Indication(s) Other Than Wound Care, As Part of a Therapy Plan of CareG0283 | 77 | $9 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician Or |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 129 | 82 |
| Cephalexin | 52 | 44 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 45 | 39 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 38 | 22 |
| Methylprednisolone | 36 | 31 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 33 | 14 |
| Cefadroxil | 33 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$23 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-13
- Last updated
- 2014-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chukwuka Okafor's NPI number?
- Chukwuka Okafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699979534, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chukwuka Okafor's specialty?
- Chukwuka Okafor is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chukwuka Okafor located?
- Chukwuka Okafor's practice location on file with NPPES is 5050 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813-2501.
- What is Chukwuka Okafor's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chukwuka Okafor is (863) 688-3030.
- Does Chukwuka Okafor accept Medicare?
- Chukwuka Okafor is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chukwuka Okafor's NPI active?
- Yes — Chukwuka Okafor's NPI (1699979534) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.