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IJEOMA SHARON CHINWUBA M.D.
NPI 1447638119
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Chicago, IL

Active since May 13, 2015PECOS Enrolled
79.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
251 E HURON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 926-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 21, 2022, Oct 29, 2020, May 3, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Ijeoma Sharon Chinwuba M.d. NPPES

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

IJEOMA SHARON CHINWUBA M.D. (NPI 1447638119) is an individual retina specialist in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.153353) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447638119
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameIJEOMA SHARON CHINWUBACredential: M.D.
Location Address251 E HURON STChicago, IL 60611-3055
Mailing Address251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611-3055 · (312) 926-2000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 13, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2026
NPI 1447638119 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License Licensed in IL · 036.153353
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 82877 (GA)
251 E HURON ST, Chicago, IL 60611

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Ijeoma Sharon Chinwuba M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2567755630
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220321002423
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 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
344 services289 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
129 services115 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
84 services84 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
67 services66 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
60 services50 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
48 services47 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60611 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

79.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality95.37
Promoting Interoperability87
Improvement Activities40
Cost48.14

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
251 E HURON ST, FEINBERG PAVILION
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
251 E HURON ST, GALTER 3-150, C
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Anesthesiology
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Emergency Medicine
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Dermatology
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Obstetrics & Gynecology
251 E HURON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611

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 Ijeoma Chinwuba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ijeoma Chinwuba is 1447638119. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2015.

Where is Ijeoma Chinwuba located?

Ijeoma Chinwuba practices at 251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611. The listed phone number is (312) 926-2000.

What is Ijeoma Chinwuba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is Ijeoma Chinwuba enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ijeoma Chinwuba is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Ijeoma Chinwuba accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Ijeoma Chinwuba 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ijeoma Chinwuba was last updated on June 24, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 45 days 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.