Ankur Patel, M.D.
NPI 1255697686 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ankur Patel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1255697686).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255697686
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A130850 (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
14 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
681 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 100 | $150 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 54 | $194 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 43 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 40 | $188 |
| Removal of Cyst Or Growth of Thigh Bone With Self Bone Graft27357 | 38 | $462 |
| Removal of Cyst Or Growth of Lower Leg Bone With Self Bone Graft27637 | 38 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 202 | 82 |
| Naproxen | 60 | 16 |
| Celecoxib | 52 | 20 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 45 | 24 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 30 | 24 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 22 | 16 |
| Ibuprofen | 18 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$276 across 9 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
- 2012-04-10
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ankur Patel's NPI number?
- Ankur Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255697686, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ankur Patel's specialty?
- Ankur Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ankur Patel located?
- Ankur Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1450 San Pablo St Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90033-4500.
- What is Ankur Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ankur Patel is (323) 442-5860.
- Does Ankur Patel accept Medicare?
- Ankur Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ankur Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ankur Patel's NPI (1255697686) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.