Onwura Michael Obiekwe, MD
Patients across GA can see Onwura Michael Obiekwe, MD in person in Griffin or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Emory University School of Medicine graduate since 1979, he brings 47+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.93/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1902dNPPES updated 2021-02-19 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202392.93/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.3 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.27%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia1.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.3%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
363
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
583
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,499
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $638k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$345 received from industry
18 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 Onwura Michael Obiekwe's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
Emory University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 18, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
217 Medical Way, Riverdale, GA 30274-2522
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Onwura Michael Obiekwe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Onwura Michael Obiekwe for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Griffin 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 Onwura Michael Obiekwe
NPI records show Dr. Obiekwe as active with telehealth listed in Griffin, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 467-6314.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
601 S 8th St, Griffin, GA 30224-4213
Mailing Address
217 Medical Way, Riverdale, GA 30274-2522
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