Vipul Patel, M.D.
NPI 1255516761 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Brooklyn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vipul Patel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Brooklyn, NY (NPI 1255516761).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255516761
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 231275 (NY)
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
18 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
4,941 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 | 831 | $135 |
| Training in the Use of Orthopedic Device for Arm, Leg And/Or Trunk, Each 15 Minutes97760 | 491 | $48 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, Minimum of 3 Views73110 | 396 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 378 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 377 | $177 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 349 | $48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 117 | 108 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 104 | 97 |
| Doxepin Hcl | 66 | — |
| Etodolacbrand: Etodolac Er | 59 | 55 |
| Diclofenac Sodiumbrand: Diclofenac Sodium Er | 35 | 11 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 32 | 21 |
| Naproxen | 26 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$437 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-01-02
- Last updated
- 2024-03-15
- Certified
- 2024-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vipul Patel's NPI number?
- Vipul Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255516761, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vipul Patel's specialty?
- Vipul Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vipul Patel located?
- Vipul Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215-4026.
- What is Vipul Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vipul Patel is (718) 369-4263.
- Does Vipul Patel accept Medicare?
- Vipul Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vipul Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vipul Patel's NPI (1255516761) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.