Esther Nwankwo, MD
NPI 1750944559 · Ophthalmology Physician · Saint Paul, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Esther Nwankwo, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Saint Paul, MN (NPI 1750944559).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1750944559
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 74381 (MN)
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
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
278 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 80 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 61 | $123 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 42 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 40 | $61 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 30 | $159 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 25 | $39 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 67 | 28 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 28 | 14 |
| Timolol Maleate | 23 | 13 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 22 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 15 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 13 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 13 | — |
| Bimatoprost |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 404 Fountain StAlbert Lea, MN 56007-2406Phone: (507) 373-2384
- 6431 Fannin Street Suite Msb 1.134Houston, TX 77030-5389Phone: (713) 500-6500Fax: (713) 500-6497
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-04-17
- Last updated
- 2025-07-10
- Certified
- 2025-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Esther Nwankwo's NPI number?
- Esther Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750944559, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Esther Nwankwo's specialty?
- Esther Nwankwo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Esther Nwankwo located?
- Esther Nwankwo's practice location on file with NPPES is 2500 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108-1460.
- What is Esther Nwankwo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Esther Nwankwo is (651) 641-6200.
- Does Esther Nwankwo accept Medicare?
- Esther Nwankwo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Esther Nwankwo's NPI active?
- Yes — Esther Nwankwo's NPI (1750944559) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.