Vijesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1194752196 · Internal Medicine Physician · Port Neches, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijesh Patel, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Port Neches, TX (NPI 1194752196).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194752196
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K1616 (TX)
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
19 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
839 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 186 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 174 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 154 | $168 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 74 | $175 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 74 | $167 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 92 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 621 | 184 |
| Spironolactone | 428 | 140 |
| Losartan Potassium | 376 | 111 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 300 | 53 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 218 | 76 |
| Ezetimibe | 199 | 63 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$119 across 6 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
- 2006-06-26
- Last updated
- 2009-03-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijesh Patel's NPI number?
- Vijesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194752196, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijesh Patel's specialty?
- Vijesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijesh Patel located?
- Vijesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 876 Magnolia Ave, Port Neches, TX 77651-3712.
- What is Vijesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijesh Patel is (409) 729-3787.
- Does Vijesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Vijesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijesh Patel's NPI (1194752196) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-03-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.