Vikas Patel, M.D.
NPI 1194165738 · Dermatology Physician · Urbana, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vikas Patel, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Urbana, IL (NPI 1194165738).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194165738
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 145856 (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
13 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
10,750 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,984 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,610 | $162 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,266 | $58 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 1,053 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 651 | $116 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 1,335 | 657 |
| Hydrocortisone | 353 | 255 |
| Mupirocin | 236 | 178 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 177 | 112 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 176 | 110 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 150 | 103 |
| Fluocinonide | 144 | 107 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 135 | 52 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,105 across 54 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
- 2013-06-27
- Last updated
- 2017-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vikas Patel's NPI number?
- Vikas Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194165738, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vikas Patel's specialty?
- Vikas Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vikas Patel located?
- Vikas Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801-2500.
- What is Vikas Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vikas Patel is (217) 383-3110.
- Does Vikas Patel accept Medicare?
- Vikas Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vikas Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vikas Patel's NPI (1194165738) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.