Serena Bhela, M.D.
NPI 1275873812 · Nephrology Physician · Napa, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Serena Bhela, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Napa, CA (NPI 1275873812).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275873812
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A150813 (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
2,815 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 35 Minutes99232 | 986 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 503 | $153 |
| 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'SG2211 | 475 | $19 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 250 | $401 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 202 | $74 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 104 | 27 |
| Furosemide | 103 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 80 | 33 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 69 | 23 |
| Losartan Potassium | 67 | 23 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 65 | 18 |
| Empagliflozin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$419 across 24 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
- 2013-02-19
- Last updated
- 2018-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Serena Bhela's NPI number?
- Serena Bhela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275873812, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Serena Bhela's specialty?
- Serena Bhela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Serena Bhela located?
- Serena Bhela's practice location on file with NPPES is 3230 Beard Rd Ste 1, Napa, CA 94558.
- What is Serena Bhela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Serena Bhela is (707) 253-7005.
- Does Serena Bhela accept Medicare?
- Serena Bhela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Serena Bhela's NPI active?
- Yes — Serena Bhela's NPI (1275873812) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.