Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chike Okechukwu, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Upland, PA
- NPI 1174578215
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
30 Medical Center Blvd, Suite 303
Upland, PA 190133955
(610) 872-8501
fax (610) 872-5188
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 24, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD073375L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174578215. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,222
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$167,400
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 322 | 137 | $80 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 220 | 129 | $87 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 183 | 27 | $344 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 151 | 111 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 87 | 81 | $133 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 53 | 40 | $122 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 49 | 24 | $282 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 48 | 33 | $50 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 30 | 30 | $178 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 19 | 19 | $86 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$701
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly and Company | 2 | $233.59 | |
| AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Vifor Pharma, Inc. | 4 | $69.91 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $50.47 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 2 | $35.18 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $30.57 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 1 | $27.89 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $27.58 | |
| CALLIDITAS THERAPEUTICS US INC. | 1 | $23.26 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, Inc. | 1 | $22.59 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $21.14 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $20.22 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $13.60 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
484
Patients
92
Total drug cost
$14,827
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 83 | 23 | $4,787 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 56 | 22 | $468 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 56 | 18 | $533 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 49 | 18 | $436 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 30 | 0 | $359 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 30 | 11 | $227 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 27 | 0 | $222 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 23 | 0 | $1,900 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $227 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 19 | 0 | $520 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chike Okechukwu's medical specialty?
Dr. Chike Okechukwu practices Nephrology Physician in Upland, PA.
Where does Dr. Chike Okechukwu practice?
Dr. Chike Okechukwu practices at 30 Medical Center Blvd, Upland, PA 190133955. Office phone: 6108728501.
What is Dr. Chike Okechukwu's NPI?
Dr. Chike Okechukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174578215, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chike Okechukwu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chike Okechukwu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chike Okechukwu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.