J. Onwuta, M.D.
NPI 1861445850 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Elgin, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
J. Onwuta, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Elgin, IL (NPI 1861445850).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861445850
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036086998 (IL)
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
20 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
1,426 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 | 692 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 502 | $88 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 40 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 30 | $200 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 28 | $95 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 2,055 | 242 |
| Gabapentin | 718 | 105 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 710 | 85 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 345 | 44 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 303 | 54 |
| Pregabalin | 295 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$78 across 3 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
- 2006-05-18
- Last updated
- 2018-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is J. Onwuta's NPI number?
- J. Onwuta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861445850, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is J. Onwuta's specialty?
- J. Onwuta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is J. Onwuta located?
- J. Onwuta's practice location on file with NPPES is 77 N Airlite St, Elgin, IL 60123.
- What is J. Onwuta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for J. Onwuta is (847) 695-3200.
- Does J. Onwuta accept Medicare?
- J. Onwuta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is J. Onwuta's NPI active?
- Yes — J. Onwuta's NPI (1861445850) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.