Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Schertz, TX
- NPI 1417377052
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.3 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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5000 Schertz Pkwy Ste 600
Schertz, TX 781541457
(210) 804-6890
fax (210) 804-6891 - Additional location
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19138 US Highway 281 N Ste 100
San Antonio, TX 782584988 - Additional location
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2829 Babcock RD Ste 700
San Antonio, TX 782296015 - Additional location
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3327 Research Plz Ste 215
San Antonio, TX 782355157 - Additional location
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601 Creekside Xing Ste 106
New Braunfels, TX 781304093 - Mailing address
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400 Concord Plaza Dr Ste 300
San Antonio, TX 782166991
Show 2 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 10, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #R5911
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417377052. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,246
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$202,847
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,600 | 118 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 362 | 238 | $87 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 309 | 227 | $45 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 200 | 193 | $121 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 195 | 195 | $159 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 180 | 145 | $45 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 162 | 113 | $108 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 143 | 93 | $39 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 35 | 32 | $1,241 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 22 | 20 | $60 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 270. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$288
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $162.56 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $125.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,779
Patients
933
Total drug cost
$19,071
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 668 | 245 | $2,227 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 196 | 107 | $2,373 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 173 | 66 | $4,007 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 153 | 114 | $4,538 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 141 | 123 | $1,522 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 141 | 125 | $1,115 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 72 | 28 | $668 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 56 | 35 | $664 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 45 | 23 | $1,059 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 37 | 15 | $233 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue's medical specialty?
Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Schertz, TX.
Where does Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue practice?
Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue practices at 5000 Schertz Pkwy Ste 600, Schertz, TX 781541457. Office phone: 2108046890.
What is Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue's NPI?
Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417377052, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of knee, 4 or more views (HCPCS 73564). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.