Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cherry Onaiwu, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Internal Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1871977850
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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Houston Methodist Hospital, Departmetn of Medicine, 6550 Fannin St, Sm1001
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 441-6722 - Additional location
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17200 St Lukes Way
The Woodlands, TX 77384
(281) 296-8788 - Additional location
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601 N 30Th St Dept of
Omaha, NE 681312128
(402) 717-0800 - Mailing address
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Houston Methodist Hospital, Department of Medicine, 6550 Fannin St, Sm1001
Houston, TX 77030
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 8, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #R5303 · Nebraska #7560
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871977850. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
875
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$108,610
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 629 | 204 | $120 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 170 | 165 | $116 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 76 | 76 | $175 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 142 peers in this city , average services per provider: 131. This provider delivers 6.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
69
Patients
55
Total drug cost
$8,609
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 19 | 18 | $144 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 13 | 12 | $8,250 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $67 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $120 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 12 | 0 | $29 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cherry Onaiwu's medical specialty?
Dr. Cherry Onaiwu practices Hospitalist Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Cherry Onaiwu practice?
Dr. Cherry Onaiwu practices at Houston Methodist Hospital, Departmetn of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030. Office phone: 7134416722.
What is Dr. Cherry Onaiwu's NPI?
Dr. Cherry Onaiwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871977850, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cherry Onaiwu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cherry Onaiwu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cherry Onaiwu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.