Ikedieze Chukwu, M.D.
NPI 1720285661 · Internal Medicine Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ikedieze Chukwu, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1720285661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720285661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- N2442 (TX)
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
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
3,633 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 561 | $121 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 535 | $113 |
| 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 | 476 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 384 | $87 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 300 | $3 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 294 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,878 | 537 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,430 | 326 |
| Losartan Potassium | 1,149 | 326 |
| Gabapentin | 983 | 271 |
| Metformin Hcl | 864 | 232 |
| Lisinopril | 832 | 213 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$773 across 42 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
- 2007-07-02
- Last updated
- 2024-07-26
- Certified
- 2024-07-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ikedieze Chukwu's NPI number?
- Ikedieze Chukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720285661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ikedieze Chukwu's specialty?
- Ikedieze Chukwu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ikedieze Chukwu located?
- Ikedieze Chukwu's practice location on file with NPPES is 11620 Pellicano Dr., El Paso, TX 79936-7410.
- What is Ikedieze Chukwu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ikedieze Chukwu is (915) 996-9363.
- Does Ikedieze Chukwu accept Medicare?
- Ikedieze Chukwu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ikedieze Chukwu's NPI active?
- Yes — Ikedieze Chukwu's NPI (1720285661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.