Ugwuala Nwauche, MD
NPI 1922053248 · Internal Medicine Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ugwuala Nwauche, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1922053248).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922053248
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46482 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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 tenure28% of score
20 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
3,727 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99348 | 1,712 | $72 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 1,332 | $119 |
| Residence Visit for New Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99344 | 139 | $133 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 128 | $170 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 93 | $8 |
| Transitional Care Management Services for Problem of High Complexity |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 46 |
| Ibuprofen | 32 | 32 |
| Cephalexin | 27 | 27 |
| Benztropine Mesylate | 26 | — |
| Olanzapine | 26 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 20 | 20 |
| Prednisone | 19 | 19 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 476 Liberty RdWest Liberty, KY 41472-2049Phone: (606) 743-3186Fax: (606) 743-2272
- 312 Hospital DrClintwood, VA 24228-6786Phone: (276) 926-0300Fax: (276) 926-6940
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-24
- Last updated
- 2021-09-22
- Certified
- 2021-09-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ugwuala Nwauche's NPI number?
- Ugwuala Nwauche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922053248, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ugwuala Nwauche's specialty?
- Ugwuala Nwauche is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ugwuala Nwauche located?
- Ugwuala Nwauche's practice location on file with NPPES is 6608 E Wt Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28215-5101.
- What is Ugwuala Nwauche's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ugwuala Nwauche is (704) 900-7761.
- Does Ugwuala Nwauche accept Medicare?
- Ugwuala Nwauche is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ugwuala Nwauche's NPI active?
- Yes — Ugwuala Nwauche's NPI (1922053248) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.