Physician Profile
Nnaemeka G. Chikwendu, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Chikwendu
Based in El Paso, TX, Nnaemeka G. Chikwendu, MD is listed in the NPI registry under nephrology. According to Medicare claims data, Nnaemeka cared for 1,564 Medicare patients across 1,964 services. The services billed most often include injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg, injection of drug or substance into vein, and low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (915) 307-7800
- Email not available
Practice Locations
7500 N MESA ST STE 210
El Paso, TX 79912
2204 Joe Battle Blvd Ste B104
El Paso, TX 79938
3830 E Lohman Ave Ste 1
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Nephrology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Chronic kidney disease
- High blood pressure
- Kidney failure
- Kidney stones
Acid-base disorders
- Acid in blood
Anatomical conditions
- Shrinking kidneys
- Single kidney health
Autoimmune conditions
- IgA kidney disease
- Lupus kidney disease
Blood disorders
- Anemia from kidney disease
Blood pressure
Cysts and growths
Diabetes complications
- Kidney disease from diabetes
Dialysis complications
- Dialysis Low Blood Pressure
Electrolyte disorders
- High calcium
- High Magnesium
- High phosphorus
- Low Magnesium
- Low sodium or electrolyte imbalance
Fluid retention
- Excess fluid buildup
- Poor Circulation and Swollen Legs
Genetic disorders
- Inherited kidney disease
- Polycystic kidney disease
Hormone disorders
- Overactive parathyroid from kidney disease
Infections
Inflammatory conditions
- FSGS
- Membranous kidney disease
- Minimal change disease
Kidney damage
- Kidney damage from medications
- Kidney Scarring
Kidney failure
Kidney filter diseases
- C3 Glomerulopathy
Lab abnormalities
- High BUN levels
- High creatinine levels
- Low filtration rate
Metabolic disorders
Multi-organ conditions
- Heart And Kidney Failure
Structural kidney issues
- Hydronephrosis
- Vesicoureteral reflux
Symptoms
- Flank pain
Urine abnormalities
Urine symptoms
- Foamy Urine
- Waking Up to Pee
Vascular conditions
Vascular kidney issues
- Kidney Blood Clot
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Dialysis
- Kidney transplant follow-up
Consultations
- Kidney Medication Safety Review
- Kidney specialist second opinion
Diagnostic tests
Diagnostics
- Genetic testing for kidney disease
- Kidney biopsy
Dialysis
- Continuous Dialysis in the ICU
- Overnight Dialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Dialysis access
- Dialysis Access Physical Exam
- Dialysis Catheter Removal
- Dialysis Fistula Repair
- Temporary Dialysis Line Placement
Diet and nutrition
- Kidney Disease Diet Planning
Imaging
- Blood flow test for kidneys
- Fistula ultrasound
- Kidney CT Scan
- Kidney MRI
- Kidney ultrasound
Infusions
- Immune therapy for kidney inflammation
- Iron Infusion
Interventional procedures
- Kidney cyst drainage
- Renal artery stenting
Lab tests
- 24-hour urine test
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
- Kidney Function Blood Test
- Parathyroid hormone monitoring
- Urine protein check
- Urine sediment test
Medication management
- Active Vitamin D Therapy
- Resistant Blood Pressure Medication Adjustment
- Steroid Therapy For Kidney Inflammation
Medication therapy
- Acid reducer treatment for kidneys
- Phosphate binder therapy
- Potassium lowering treatment
- Red blood cell booster injections
- Water pill adjustment
Patient education
- Home dialysis training
Prevention
- Kidney Stone Prevention Evaluation
Procedures
Specialized therapies
- Extracorporeal fluid removal
- Plasmapheresis
Supportive care
- Supportive Kidney Care Without Dialysis
Surgical procedures
- Dialysis access surgery
Transplant care
- Anti-Rejection Medication Monitoring
- Kidney transplant evaluation
- Living kidney donor evaluation
Vascular access
- Belly catheter placement
- Dialysis catheter placement
- Dialysis fistula declotting
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
1,964 services · 1,564 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, each first order branch | Procedure | 36215 |
85 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | Procedure | 36558 |
45 | More than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and insertion of stent in dialysis segment with review by radiologist | Procedure | 36903 |
43 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist | Procedure | 36902 |
43 | Less often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Removal of tunneled central venous tube | Procedure | 36589 |
40 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit with review by radiologist | Procedure | 36901 |
36 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | Procedure | 36556 |
36 | More than most peers in Nephrology |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | Procedure | 36558 |
26 | More than most peers in Nephrology |
| Injection for x-ray imaging procedure into vein of arm or leg | Procedure | 36005 |
26 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
| Review by radiologist of arm or leg artery image | Imaging | 75710 |
102 | More often than most peers in Nephrology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other kidney specialists at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other kidney specialists in El Paso 7
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1997 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, each first order branch 7
Providers in TX who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Chikwendu specialize in?
Dr. Chikwendu is a kidney specialist in El Paso, TX. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Nephrology”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Chikwendu located?
Dr. Chikwendu is listed at 7500 N Mesa St Ste 210, El Paso, TX 79912. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Chikwendu's phone number?
The number on file is (915) 307-7800. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Chikwendu's NPI number?
Dr. Chikwendu's National Provider Identifier is 1841399656. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Chikwendu go to medical school?
Dr. Chikwendu attended Other, graduating in 1997. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Dr. Chikwendu been practicing?
Dr. Chikwendu has 29 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1997, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dr. Chikwendu do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Chikwendu performs procedures including insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, each first order branch, insertion of tunneled central venous tube for infusion and insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and insertion of stent in dialysis segment with review by radiologist; reads or performs imaging such as review by radiologist of arm or leg artery image and ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access; provides treatments such as injection of drug or substance into vein and electrocardiogram 1 to 3 leads with review by physician, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Dr. Chikwendu confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Chikwendu. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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