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DR. CHINEDU I NWANKWO MD
NPI 1982048260
Family Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since April 17, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12435 N RACHLIN CIR, HOUSTON, TX 77071(832) 232-2356(281) 783-2005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 12, 2019, Mar 17, 2018, Mar 10, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Chinedu I Nwankwo Md NPPES

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

DR. CHINEDU I NWANKWO MD (NPI 1982048260) is an individual family medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q9458) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982048260
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHINEDU I NWANKWOCredential: MD
Location Address12435 N RACHLIN CIRHouston, TX 77071
Mailing Address12435 N Rachlin CirHouston, TX 77071-2819 · (832) 232-2356 · Fax (281) 783-2005
Phone(832) 232-2356
Fax(281) 783-2005
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 20195 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1982048260 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · Q9458✔ Licensed in NH · 17721
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
12435 N RACHLIN CIR, Houston, TX 77071
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 18307 Knight RdHouston, TX 77054-3905 · Phone (832) 836-0056 · Fax (832) 201-7171
Location 21501 Kings Hwy, Family MedicineShreveport, LA 71103-4228 · Phone (318) 675-5805 · Fax (318) 675-7950

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, WellPoint.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Chinedu I Nwankwo 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 ID345528410
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170221000181
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Chinedu Nwankwo reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Cinnap, PLLC
Same address
Family Medicine
12435 N RACHLIN CIR
Houston, TX 77071
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881106185 (832) 232-2356

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
1,893 services64 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
560 services27 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
294 services44 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
132 services50 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
74 services22 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
57 services38 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77071 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$23.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary catheter anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment, each A4333
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier15 claims180 services$1.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers20 claims26 services$7.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

CINNAP, PLLC
Family Medicine
12435 N RACHLIN CIR
HOUSTON, TX 77071
Harris County (832) 232-2356

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 Chinedu Nwankwo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chinedu Nwankwo is 1982048260. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2013.

Where is Chinedu Nwankwo located?

Chinedu Nwankwo practices at 12435 N Rachlin Cir, Houston, TX 77071. The listed phone number is (832) 232-2356.

What is Chinedu Nwankwo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Chinedu Nwankwo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chinedu 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Chinedu Nwankwo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chinedu Nwankwo reassigns Medicare benefits to Cinnap, PLLC (Houston, TX). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Chinedu Nwankwo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chinedu Nwankwo accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and WellPoint list Chinedu 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chinedu Nwankwo was last updated on August 12, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.