MS. CHIZARAM NWOGWUGWU M.D
NPI 1528414463
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Chizaram Nwogwugwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chizaram Nwogwugwu is 1528414463. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2016.

Q: What is Chizaram Nwogwugwu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Active since May 10, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.57/100

CMS Quality Rating

5656 KELLEY ST, HOUSTON, TX 77026(713) 566-5600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 3, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 3, 2023, May 10, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Ms. Chizaram Nwogwugwu M.d NPPES

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

MS. CHIZARAM NWOGWUGWU M.D (NPI 1528414463) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (S6266) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528414463

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207V00000X

Provider Legal NameMS. CHIZARAM NWOGWUGWUCredential: M.D

Location Address5656 KELLEY STHouston, TX 77026-1967

Mailing Address5656 Kelley StHouston, TX 77026-1967 · (713) 566-5600

Phone(713) 566-5600

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2020

Enumeration DateMay 10, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateMay 3, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 3, 2023

✔ NPI 1528414463 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207V00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S6266

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

5656 KELLEY ST, Houston, TX 77026

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ms. Chizaram Nwogwugwu 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 ID8426478124

PECOS Enrollment IDI20201019002802

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 4

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.

59 services48 patients

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

43 services43 patients

Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091

A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.

28 services28 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.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number450774

Location17080 Red Oak DriveHouston, TX 77090 · Harris County

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450844

Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77026 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$72.62 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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.

81.57/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

85.05

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

53.51

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

82%266 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%

Cervical Cancer Screening

95%989 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

34%50 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%

Controlling High Blood Pressure

63%24 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

97%3,204 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

99%308 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

28%1,047 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

47%2,784 patients4/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients screened: 0% · 1,119 patients

0%1,119 patients

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

99%276 patients4/55-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.

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.

MATTHEW V PIPITONE FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5100

MS. ELIZABETH ANN NEWKIRK P.A.

Physician Assistant

5656 KELLEY ST, ROOM IEC 93006
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5397

DR. GABRIEL MARCELO AISENBERG M.D.

Internal Medicine

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-4550

ESMAEIL PORSA M.D.

Internal Medicine

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5000

STEPHANIE D. DESANDRO P.A.

Physician Assistant

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5775

JESSICA LAUREN MARTIN PA-C

Physician Assistant

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 500-7885

SOUMYA PATNAIK MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5100

DONNA SHANKS D.O.

Family Medicine

5656 KELLEY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77026

Harris County (713) 566-5000

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 Chizaram Nwogwugwu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chizaram Nwogwugwu is 1528414463. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2016.

Where is Chizaram Nwogwugwu located?

Chizaram Nwogwugwu practices at 5656 Kelley St, Houston, TX 77026. The listed phone number is (713) 566-5600.

What is Chizaram Nwogwugwu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Chizaram Nwogwugwu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chizaram Nwogwugwu 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 Chizaram Nwogwugwu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare and WellPoint list Chizaram Nwogwugwu 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 Chizaram Nwogwugwu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chizaram Nwogwugwu is affiliated with Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital and Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chizaram Nwogwugwu was last updated on May 3, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.