Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chima Akunne, DPM
Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1376809889
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 4 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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16777 Medical Center Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 754-3278 - Mailing address
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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 23, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213E00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- Louisiana #308231 · Pennsylvania #SC006611 · New Jersey #25MD00326800 · New York #N006718
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376809889. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
522
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$33,744
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 148 | 106 | $92 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 68 | $62 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 63 | 46 | $23 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 56 | 56 | $80 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 43 | 33 | $14 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 41 | 23 | $56 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $126 | |
11719 |
Trimming of fingernails or toenails | 21 | 17 | $6 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 19 | 11 | $43 | |
11730 |
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | 15 | 15 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 7.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$669
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 6 | $527.73 | |
| Organogenesis Inc. | 2 | $46.98 | |
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 2 | $36.61 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 2 | $35.99 | |
| Solventum Corporation | 1 | $21.48 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,362
Patients
712
Total drug cost
$17,245
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 201 | 93 | $1,573 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 165 | 65 | $4,698 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 150 | 78 | $3,422 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 122 | 54 | $875 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 107 | 51 | $394 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 86 | 55 | $842 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 77 | 42 | $632 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 72 | 59 | $1,367 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 71 | 61 | $93 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 68 | 32 | $839 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chima Akunne's medical specialty?
Dr. Chima Akunne practices Podiatrist in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Chima Akunne practice?
Dr. Chima Akunne practices at 16777 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Office phone: 2257543278.
What is Dr. Chima Akunne's NPI?
Dr. Chima Akunne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376809889, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chima Akunne accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chima Akunne accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chima Akunne commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.