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Dr. Chijioke Ogbu, M.D., MPH
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Nephrology Physician · Nephrology Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1881897288
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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614 Furman Ave
Corpus Christi, TX 784042325
(361) 882-9278
fax (361) 882-9279 - Additional location
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5617 Timbergate Dr Ste 100
Corpus Christi, TX 784143193
(361) 880-8322
fax (361) 880-8422 - Additional location
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6010 McPherson RD Ste 200
Laredo, TX 780416208
(956) 727-2362
fax (956) 727-2363 - Additional location
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8015 N Expressway 77
Olmito, TX 785755171
(956) 982-4484
fax (956) 982-4489
Show 1 more location
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 13, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Texas #P7826 · Illinois #0361233721 · Iowa #38394
- Medicaid (3)
- IL #036123372 · IA #0175471 · TX #3280885-02
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881897288. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
15,727
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$867,317
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 10,856 | 188 | $0 | |
Q9966 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 2,595 | 62 | $0 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 269 | 80 | $76 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 243 | 186 | $49 | |
36902 |
Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist | 186 | 144 | $1,136 | |
36215 |
Insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, each first order branch | 138 | 108 | $540 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 117 | 19 | $339 | |
75710 |
Review by radiologist of arm or leg artery image | 115 | 94 | $147 | |
99153 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes | 110 | 61 | $11 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 110 | 32 | $114 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Corpus Christi Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 367. This provider delivers 43× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$724
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 6 | $372.15 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $132.62 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $116.41 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 2 | $41.30 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $25.58 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $20.64 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $15.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,034
Patients
314
Total drug cost
$197,815
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | Generic | 161 | 37 | $1,718 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 128 | 50 | $975 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 82 | 20 | $1,523 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 70 | 12 | $375 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 70 | 18 | $540 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 67 | 19 | $515 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 61 | 16 | $15,185 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 59 | 15 | $126,142 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 59 | 29 | $42,544 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 57 | 19 | $1,801 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chijioke Ogbu's medical specialty?
Dr. Chijioke Ogbu practices Nephrology Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Chijioke Ogbu practice?
Dr. Chijioke Ogbu practices at 614 Furman Ave, Corpus Christi, TX 784042325. Office phone: 3618829278.
What is Dr. Chijioke Ogbu's NPI?
Dr. Chijioke Ogbu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881897288, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chijioke Ogbu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chijioke Ogbu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chijioke Ogbu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9966); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.