CHUKWUDI OKPALA M.D.
NPI 1437449980
Anesthesiology in Chicago, IL

Q: What is Chukwudi Okpala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chukwudi Okpala is 1437449980. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2011.

Q: What is Chukwudi Okpala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chukwudi Okpala was last updated on July 14, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since April 17, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

8420 W BRYN MAWR AVE STE 300, CHICAGO, IL 60631(708) 831-8282(773) 714-1229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Chukwudi Okpala M.d. NPPES

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

CHUKWUDI OKPALA M.D. (NPI 1437449980) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036135806) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437449980

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameCHUKWUDI OKPALACredential: M.D.

Location Address8420 W BRYN MAWR AVE STE 300Chicago, IL 60631-3436

Mailing AddressPo Box 443Bedford Park, IL 60499-0443 · (708) 831-8282 · Fax (773) 714-1229

Phone(708) 831-8282

Fax(773) 714-1229

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 17, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2021

NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2021

✔ NPI 1437449980 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036135806

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 036135806 (IL)

8420 W BRYN MAWR AVE STE 300, Chicago, IL 60631

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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

Chukwudi Okpala M.d. 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 ID3173833431

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160607001351

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 8

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.

Injection, propofol, 10 mg J2704

Propofol is a medication given via injection to help you relax or sleep during surgery or other medical procedures. The 10 mg dosage refers to the amount of medication you'll receive. It's administered by a healthcare professional and monitored closely for safety.

3,700 services107 patients

Ringers lactate infusion, up to 1000 cc J7120

A Ringers lactate infusion is a treatment where a solution, containing essential electrolytes and lactate, is delivered into your bloodstream through an IV. This helps to replenish fluids and maintain balance in your body. It's often used during or after surgery.

107 services106 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

58 services58 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

46 services46 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

24 services24 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

24 services24 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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