Victor Nwazue, M.D.
NPI 1861657561 · Nephrology Physician · Jackson, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Victor Nwazue, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Jackson, TN (NPI 1861657561).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861657561
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD47704 (TN)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,299 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 692 | $75 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 550 | $8 |
| Blood Count, Hemoglobin85018 | 502 | $2 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 415 | $8 |
| Red Blood Cell Concentration Measurement85014 | 414 | $2 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 399 | $5 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 310 | 62 |
| Calcitriol | 142 | 40 |
| Furosemide | 140 | 34 |
| Allopurinol | 125 | 24 |
| Calcium Acetate | 121 | 50 |
| Torsemide | 117 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 115 | 37 |
| Hydralazine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$571 across 8 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 (1)
- 3000 Arlington AveToledo, OH 43614-2595Phone: (419) 383-3705Fax: (419) 383-3102
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-22
- Last updated
- 2023-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Victor Nwazue's NPI number?
- Victor Nwazue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861657561, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Victor Nwazue's specialty?
- Victor Nwazue is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Victor Nwazue located?
- Victor Nwazue's practice location on file with NPPES is 2863 Highwy 45 Byp, Jackson, TN 38305-3618.
- What is Victor Nwazue's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Victor Nwazue is (731) 422-0213.
- Does Victor Nwazue accept Medicare?
- Victor Nwazue is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Victor Nwazue's NPI active?
- Yes — Victor Nwazue's NPI (1861657561) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.