Augustine Uchechukwu Obi, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
With over 46 years in internal medicine, Augustine Uchechukwu Obi, M.D. is a long-established endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Salisbury. He has been in practice for 46+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2972dNPPES updated 2018-03-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
611 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC 28144-2705
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better57%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-25.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
358
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
316
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,034
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $812k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$922 received from industry
65 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate 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 2018, attributed to Augustine Uchechukwu Obi's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Augustine Uchechukwu Obi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Augustine Uchechukwu Obi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salisbury 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 Augustine Uchechukwu Obi
NPI records show Dr. Obi as active with telehealth listed in Salisbury, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 633-7220.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Augustine Uchechukwu Obi
Practice Location
611 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC 28144-2705
Mailing Address
611 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC 28144-2705
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