Talat Kheshgi, M.D.
NPI 1053310755 · Specialist · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Talat Kheshgi, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1053310755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053310755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K7312 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
7,139 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 695 | $10 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 692 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 691 | $8 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 688 | $5 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 686 | $3 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 433 | 112 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 347 | 95 |
| Prednisone | 239 | 63 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 153 | 49 |
| Meloxicam | 100 | 36 |
| Allopurinol | 79 | 20 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 76 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$330 across 13 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
- 2005-07-15
- Last updated
- 2020-12-21
- Certified
- 2020-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Talat Kheshgi's NPI number?
- Talat Kheshgi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053310755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Talat Kheshgi's specialty?
- Talat Kheshgi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Talat Kheshgi located?
- Talat Kheshgi's practice location on file with NPPES is 8144 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas, TX 75231-4388.
- What is Talat Kheshgi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Talat Kheshgi is (214) 540-0700.
- Does Talat Kheshgi accept Medicare?
- Talat Kheshgi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Talat Kheshgi's NPI active?
- Yes — Talat Kheshgi's NPI (1053310755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.