Ritu Bhambhani, MD
NPI 1053394130 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Abingdon, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ritu Bhambhani, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Abingdon, MD (NPI 1053394130).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053394130
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0056138 (MD)
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
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
5,759 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 1,280 | $61 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0481 | 1,206 | $153 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,071 | $128 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 755 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 226 | $93 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 503 | 133 |
| Gabapentin | 265 | 83 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 142 | 55 |
| Pregabalin | 125 | 49 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 118 | 38 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 110 | 43 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$390 across 15 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
- 2005-11-22
- Last updated
- 2022-11-29
- Certified
- 2022-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ritu Bhambhani's NPI number?
- Ritu Bhambhani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053394130, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ritu Bhambhani's specialty?
- Ritu Bhambhani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ritu Bhambhani located?
- Ritu Bhambhani's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Walter Ward Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009-1284.
- What is Ritu Bhambhani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ritu Bhambhani is (410) 777-8971.
- Does Ritu Bhambhani accept Medicare?
- Ritu Bhambhani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ritu Bhambhani's NPI active?
- Yes — Ritu Bhambhani's NPI (1053394130) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.