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DR. CHIKA CHIGOZIE NWANKWO M.D.
NPI 1710232939
Anesthesiology in Dallas, TX

Active since July 14, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200, DALLAS, TX 75240(972) 233-1999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2020, Dec 19, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Chika Chigozie Nwankwo M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHIKA CHIGOZIE NWANKWO M.D. (NPI 1710232939) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q8980) and active in the NPI registry since July 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710232939
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHIKA CHIGOZIE NWANKWOCredential: M.D.
Location Address6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200Dallas, TX 75240-6524
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853 Department Of AnesthesiologyDallas, TX 75284-1501 · (972) 715-5000
Phone(972) 233-1999
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2020
✔ NPI 1710232939 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · Q8980
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.
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200, Dallas, TX 75240
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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, 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. Chika Chigozie Nwankwo 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 ID9032497748
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161101001241
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.

Destruction of peripheral nerve or branch 64640
Destruction of a peripheral nerve or branch is a procedure to treat nerve-related pain. It involves using heat, cold, or chemicals to damage or destroy the nerve, thereby blocking pain signals to the brain. This can provide long-term pain relief.
50 services17 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
46 services45 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
22 services22 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
22 services22 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.
16 services16 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baytown, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450424
Location4401 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

DR. JEFFREY WARDE JORDAN MD
Anesthesiology
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
JOYCE YEN-CHU CHAO CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
DR. EMILY ARLENE EILERS M.D.
Anesthesiology
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 233-1999
GERALD REED CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 233-1999
DR. TAMMY PHAM NGUYEN DO
Anesthesiology
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 233-1999
GREG A VANZANT MD
Anesthesiology
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 233-1999
SONIA DELICIA ESTES CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 233-1999
KATHRYN ANN HATWIG CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6606 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75240
Dallas County (972) 715-5000

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 Chika Nwankwo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chika Nwankwo is 1710232939. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2012.

Where is Chika Nwankwo located?

Chika Nwankwo practices at 6606 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75240. The listed phone number is (972) 233-1999.

What is Chika Nwankwo's specialty?

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

Is Chika Nwankwo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chika Nwankwo 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 Chika Nwankwo accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Chika Nwankwo 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 Chika Nwankwo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chika Nwankwo is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chika Nwankwo was last updated on May 20, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.