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Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Nephrology Physician · Nephrology Physician · El Paso, TX
- NPI 1841399656
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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7500 N Mesa St Ste 210
El Paso, TX 799123515
(915) 307-7800
fax (915) 351-4001 - Additional location
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2204 Joe Battle Blvd Ste B104
El Paso, TX 799384660 - Additional location
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3830 E Lohman Ave Ste 1
Las Cruces, NM 880118446 - Mailing address
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Po Box 221408
El Paso, TX 799134408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 30, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Pennsylvania #MD431873 · Texas #S3140 · New Mexico #MD20200175
- Medicaid (2)
- PA #1019224430002 · TX #1B2740
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841399656. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,224
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$767,467
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93040 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician | 290 | 196 | $12 | |
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 284 | 182 | $0 | |
J2250 |
Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 262 | 169 | $0 | |
96374 |
Injection of drug or substance into vein | 248 | 172 | $35 | |
J3010 |
Injection, fentanyl citrate, 0.1 mg | 247 | 170 | $1 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 222 | 163 | $47 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 180 | 146 | $120 | |
75710 |
Review by radiologist of arm or leg artery image | 124 | 84 | $141 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 108 | 101 | $86 | |
36215 |
Insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, each first order branch | 103 | 70 | $552 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in El Paso Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 115. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$228
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $79.09 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $37.30 | |
| Medline Industries Lp | 1 | $30.61 | |
| LeMaitre Vascular, INC. | 1 | $30.18 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $23.46 | |
| Bard Peripheral Vascular, INC. | 1 | $13.94 | |
| W. L. Gore & Associates, INC. | 1 | $13.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
51
Patients
49
Total drug cost
$24,387
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 23 | 21 | $24,252 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $52 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $84 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu's medical specialty?
Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu practices Nephrology Physician in El Paso, TX.
Where does Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu practice?
Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu practices at 7500 N Mesa St Ste 210, El Paso, TX 799123515. Office phone: 9153077800.
What is Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu's NPI?
Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841399656, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nnaemeka Chikwendu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician (HCPCS 93040); Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg (HCPCS J2250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.