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DR. CHRISTOPHER CHUKWUEMEKA EZEIHUAKU MD
NPI 1275672099
Internal Medicine in Blythewood, SC

Active since February 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
203 LONGCREEK PLANTATION DR, BLYTHEWOOD, SC 29016(803) 708-8856 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Chukwuemeka Ezeihuaku Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CHRISTOPHER CHUKWUEMEKA EZEIHUAKU MD (NPI 1275672099) is an individual internal medicine provider in Blythewood, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (28798) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275672099
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER CHUKWUEMEKA EZEIHUAKUCredential: MD
Location Address203 LONGCREEK PLANTATION DRBlythewood, SC 29016-7138
Mailing Address203 Longcreek Plantation DrBlythewood, SC 29016-7138 · (803) 708-8856
Phone(803) 708-8856
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateFebruary 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 2026
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2026
✔ NPI 1275672099 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 28798
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
203 LONGCREEK PLANTATION DR, Blythewood, SC 29016
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14070 Highway 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-5033 · Phone (843) 652-1000 · Fax (843) 520-8403
Location 2606 Black River RdGeorgetown, SC 29440-3304 · Phone (843) 527-7000 · Fax (843) 520-8403

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid287987SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Chukwuemeka Ezeihuaku Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2567553894
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070801000175, I20130710000890, I20150415002362
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
479 services467 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
60 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
28 services28 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
17 services17 patients
Initial hospital care with same-day admission and discharge with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 85 minutes 99236
This service involves a brief hospital stay for a serious health issue. Patients are admitted and discharged on the same day, typically within 55 minutes. It allows for close monitoring and immediate treatment, ensuring optimal care.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340016
Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Person Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Roxboro, NC
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340159
Location615 Ridge RdRoxboro, NC 27573 · Person County
Emergency services

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Myrtle Beach, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420085
Location809 82nd ParkwayMyrtle Beach, SC 29572 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420098
Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29016 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%24 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Ezeihuaku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Ezeihuaku is 1275672099. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 6, 2007.

Where is Christopher Ezeihuaku located?

Christopher Ezeihuaku practices at 203 Longcreek Plantation Dr, Blythewood, SC 29016. The listed phone number is (803) 708-8856.

What is Christopher Ezeihuaku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Ezeihuaku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Ezeihuaku is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Christopher Ezeihuaku accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and Molina Healthcare list Christopher Ezeihuaku as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Ezeihuaku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Ezeihuaku is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, Person Memorial Hospital, Musc Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Ezeihuaku was last updated on April 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.