Rikin Kadakia, M.D.
NPI 1154718526 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rikin Kadakia, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1154718526).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154718526
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A170650 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,719 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 729 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 377 | $15 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 333 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 319 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 239 | $190 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 173 | 61 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 164 | 58 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 138 | 44 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 135 | 61 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 128 | 52 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 114 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$106,883 across 157 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)
- 9898 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037-1205Phone: (858) 824-5222
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-23
- Last updated
- 2023-08-29
- Certified
- 2023-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rikin Kadakia's NPI number?
- Rikin Kadakia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154718526, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rikin Kadakia's specialty?
- Rikin Kadakia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rikin Kadakia located?
- Rikin Kadakia's practice location on file with NPPES is 230 San Jose St, Salinas, CA 93901-3901.
- What is Rikin Kadakia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rikin Kadakia is (831) 758-2100.
- Does Rikin Kadakia accept Medicare?
- Rikin Kadakia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rikin Kadakia's NPI active?
- Yes — Rikin Kadakia's NPI (1154718526) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.