Vikram Patel, MD
NPI 1073908885 · Gastroenterology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vikram Patel, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1073908885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073908885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
764 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 128 | $117 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 123 | $251 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 98 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 89 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 81 | $176 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 79 | 38 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 60 | 58 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 37 | 36 |
| Mesalamine | 20 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 17 | — |
| Balsalazide Disodium | 16 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 12 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,764 across 80 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)
- 243 Green Valley Rd Ste EFreedom, CA 95019-3133Phone: (831) 722-8807Fax: (831) 722-8809
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-03-30
- Last updated
- 2023-05-03
- Certified
- 2023-05-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vikram Patel's NPI number?
- Vikram Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073908885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vikram Patel's specialty?
- Vikram Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vikram Patel located?
- Vikram Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1083 Los Palos Dr, Salinas, CA 93901-3916.
- What is Vikram Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vikram Patel is (831) 424-8888.
- Does Vikram Patel accept Medicare?
- Vikram Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vikram Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vikram Patel's NPI (1073908885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.