Lajja Patel, M.D
NPI 1144454406 · Internal Medicine Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lajja Patel, M.D is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1144454406).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144454406
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TP946 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
507 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 | 252 | $122 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 136 | $60 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 32 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 27 | $160 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 27 | $79 |
| 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 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 70 | 45 |
| Gabapentin | 67 | 30 |
| Metformin Hcl | 51 | 33 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | — |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 37 | 17 |
| Losartan Potassium | 36 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$271 across 12 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)
- 2827 Babcock RdSan Antonio, TX 78229-4813Phone: (210) 253-9955
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-14
- Last updated
- 2022-09-12
- Certified
- 2022-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lajja Patel's NPI number?
- Lajja Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144454406, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lajja Patel's specialty?
- Lajja Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lajja Patel located?
- Lajja Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 10423 State Highway 151 Ste 103, San Antonio, TX 78251-4768.
- What is Lajja Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lajja Patel is (210) 876-1451.
- Does Lajja Patel accept Medicare?
- Lajja Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lajja Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Lajja Patel's NPI (1144454406) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.