Hitesh Patel, MD
NPI 1053573519 · Neurological Surgery Physician · San Clemente, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hitesh Patel, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in San Clemente, CA (NPI 1053573519).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053573519
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A111753 (CA)
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
17 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
563 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 245 | $194 |
| 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 | 142 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 57 | $236 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 56 | $139 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 37 | $108 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 298 | 64 |
| Gabapentin | 270 | 56 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 95 | 24 |
| Levetiracetam | 69 | 14 |
| Divalproex Sodium | 61 | 14 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 55 | 18 |
| Pramipexole Di-Hclbrand: Pramipexole Dihydrochloride | 38 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$218 across 26 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
- 2008-06-26
- Last updated
- 2021-11-02
- Certified
- 2021-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hitesh Patel's NPI number?
- Hitesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053573519, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hitesh Patel's specialty?
- Hitesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hitesh Patel located?
- Hitesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 638 Camino De Los Mares Ste D4, San Clemente, CA 92673-2855.
- What is Hitesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hitesh Patel is (949) 542-8865.
- Does Hitesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Hitesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hitesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Hitesh Patel's NPI (1053573519) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.