Chinedu Nwankwo, MD
NPI 1982048260 · Family Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chinedu Nwankwo, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1982048260).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982048260
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- Q9458 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,114 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 Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 1,893 | $105 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 560 | $107 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 294 | $124 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 132 | $149 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 74 | $153 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 146 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 661 | 79 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 329 | 25 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 328 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 300 | 44 |
| Furosemide | 297 | 46 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 288 | 46 |
| Carvedilol | 277 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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 (3)
- 1501 Kings HwyFamily MedicineShreveport, LA 71103-4228Phone: (318) 675-5805Fax: (318) 675-7950
- 8307 Knight RdHouston, TX 77054-3905Phone: (832) 836-0056Fax: (832) 201-7171
- 8307 Knight RdHouston, TX 77054-3905Phone: (832) 836-0056Fax: (832) 201-7171
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-17
- Last updated
- 2019-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chinedu Nwankwo's NPI number?
- Chinedu Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982048260, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chinedu Nwankwo's specialty?
- Chinedu Nwankwo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chinedu Nwankwo located?
- Chinedu Nwankwo's practice location on file with NPPES is 12435 N Rachlin Cir, Houston, TX 77071.
- What is Chinedu Nwankwo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chinedu Nwankwo is (832) 232-2356.
- Does Chinedu Nwankwo accept Medicare?
- Chinedu Nwankwo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chinedu Nwankwo's NPI active?
- Yes — Chinedu Nwankwo's NPI (1982048260) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.