Ruchika Patel, MD
NPI 1033483755 · Rheumatology Physician · Phila, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruchika Patel, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Phila, PA (NPI 1033483755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033483755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD450888 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,329 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 904 | $141 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 580 | $18 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 510 | $82 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 492 | $147 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 175 | $91 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 282 | 97 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 243 | 76 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 231 | 85 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 146 | 49 |
| Methylprednisolone | 88 | 69 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 81 | 31 |
| Gabapentin | 79 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$338 across 17 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2301 E Evesham Rd Ste 115Voorhees, NJ 08043-4509Phone: (856) 424-5005Fax: (856) 424-4716
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-02-27
- Last updated
- 2026-05-06
- Certified
- 2026-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruchika Patel's NPI number?
- Ruchika Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033483755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruchika Patel's specialty?
- Ruchika Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruchika Patel located?
- Ruchika Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 5501 Old York Rd, Phila, PA 19141-3018.
- What is Ruchika Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruchika Patel is (215) 456-7380.
- Does Ruchika Patel accept Medicare?
- Ruchika Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruchika Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruchika Patel's NPI (1033483755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.