Adaku U. Nwachuku, D.O.
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Adaku U. Nwachuku is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Clinton, MD with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Adaku U. Nwachuku, D.O. practices as part of a group pain medicine physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist practice in Clinton, MD. She graduated from New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 200dNPPES updated 2025-11-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8222 Schultz Rd Ste 100a, Clinton, MD 20735-2607
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better52.44%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+47.3 pts)
52.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
294
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,034
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $365k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$415 received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Adaku U. Nwachuku's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Nov 4, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 2005)
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Adaku U. Nwachuku
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Adaku U. Nwachuku for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Clinton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adaku U. Nwachuku
Dr. Nwachuku is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Clinton, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 221-8442.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Adaku U. Nwachuku
Practice Location
8222 Schultz Rd Ste 100a, Clinton, MD 20735-2607
Mailing Address
8222 Schultz Rd Ste 100a, Clinton, MD 20735-2607
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