Rick Vaghasiya, M.D.
NPI 1275776098 · Nephrology Physician · Somerset, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rick Vaghasiya, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Somerset, NJ (NPI 1275776098).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275776098
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08946600 (NJ)
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
17 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
1,223 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 | 330 | $127 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 248 | $84 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 142 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 97 | $115 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 97 | $81 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 40 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 36 | 12 |
| Allopurinol | 25 | — |
| Calcium Acetate | 25 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 24 | — |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 22 | — |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 15 | — |
| Bumetanide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$363 across 17 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
- 2009-04-09
- Last updated
- 2022-09-07
- Certified
- 2022-09-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rick Vaghasiya's NPI number?
- Rick Vaghasiya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275776098, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rick Vaghasiya's specialty?
- Rick Vaghasiya is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rick Vaghasiya located?
- Rick Vaghasiya's practice location on file with NPPES is 23 Clyde Rd Ste 101, Somerset, NJ 08873-5050.
- What is Rick Vaghasiya's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rick Vaghasiya is (732) 873-9500.
- Does Rick Vaghasiya accept Medicare?
- Rick Vaghasiya is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rick Vaghasiya's NPI active?
- Yes — Rick Vaghasiya's NPI (1275776098) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.