Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh, MD
Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh is a Family Medicine specialist based in Monterey, CA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Monterey, CA. Trained at George Washington University School of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5 Lower Ragsdale Dr Ste 100, Monterey, CA 93940-5817
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.35%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
82
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
117
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,106
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $168k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Diabetes, 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Board certified · Sep 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
George Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
100 Wilson Rd Ste 100, Monterey, CA 93940-7885
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190298
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Monterey 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 Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh
NPI records show Dr. Umeh as active with telehealth listed in Monterey, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (831) 624-3612.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ifeanyi Chinedu Umeh
Practice Location
5 Lower Ragsdale Dr Ste 100, Monterey, CA 93940-5817
Mailing Address
100 Wilson Rd Ste 100, Monterey, CA 93940-7885
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