Nnaemeka Chikwendu, MD
NPI 1841399656 · Nephrology Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nnaemeka Chikwendu, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1841399656).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841399656
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S3140 (TX)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,576 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Into Vein96374 | 194 | $34 |
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 Leads With Review By Physician93040 | 157 | $12 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 133 | $46 |
| Review By Radiologist of Arm Or Leg Artery Image75710 | 102 | $137 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Chest Or Arm Artery, Each First Order Branch36215 | 85 | $527 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 81 | $13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$228 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 3830 E Lohman Ave Ste 1Las Cruces, NM 88011-8446Phone: (915) 307-7800Fax: (915) 351-4001
- 2204 Joe Battle Blvd Ste B104El Paso, TX 79938-4660Phone: (915) 307-7800Fax: (915) 351-4001
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-21
- Last updated
- 2025-01-30
- Certified
- 2025-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nnaemeka Chikwendu's NPI number?
- Nnaemeka Chikwendu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841399656, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nnaemeka Chikwendu's specialty?
- Nnaemeka Chikwendu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nnaemeka Chikwendu located?
- Nnaemeka Chikwendu's practice location on file with NPPES is 7500 N Mesa St Ste 210, El Paso, TX 79912-3515.
- What is Nnaemeka Chikwendu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nnaemeka Chikwendu is (915) 307-7800.
- Does Nnaemeka Chikwendu accept Medicare?
- Nnaemeka Chikwendu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nnaemeka Chikwendu's NPI active?
- Yes — Nnaemeka Chikwendu's NPI (1841399656) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.