Paramvir Rahal, MD
NPI 1003893223 · Gastroenterology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paramvir Rahal, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1003893223).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003893223
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A051282 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,662 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 989 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 683 | $97 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 485 | $112 |
| Dilation of Esophagus With a Guide Wire43453 | 272 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 240 | $118 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 1,347 | 425 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,059 | 325 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 455 | 130 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 302 | 99 |
| Famotidine | 269 | 79 |
| Hydrocortisone | 136 | 76 |
| Hydrocortisonebrand: Procto-Med Hc | 126 | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$859 across 64 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-29
- Last updated
- 2015-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paramvir Rahal's NPI number?
- Paramvir Rahal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003893223, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paramvir Rahal's specialty?
- Paramvir Rahal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paramvir Rahal located?
- Paramvir Rahal's practice location on file with NPPES is 9802 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93311-3652.
- What is Paramvir Rahal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paramvir Rahal is (661) 323-1200.
- Does Paramvir Rahal accept Medicare?
- Paramvir Rahal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paramvir Rahal's NPI active?
- Yes — Paramvir Rahal's NPI (1003893223) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.