Vaish Sekar, M.D.
NPI 1285028571 · Rheumatology Physician · Greenlawn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vaish Sekar, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Greenlawn, NY (NPI 1285028571).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285028571
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 302243 (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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,628 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 214 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 213 | $145 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Non-Automated85651 | 191 | $4 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 171 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test85027 | 161 | $6 |
| Microscopic Examination for White Blood Cells With Manual Cell Count85007 | 160 | $4 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 213 | 57 |
| Allopurinol | 59 | 15 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 51 | 11 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 49 | 21 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 47 | 16 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 35 | — |
| Colchicine | 29 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 121 Dekalb Ave19 CBrooklyn, NY 11201-5425Phone: (718) 250-6946
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-03-24
- Last updated
- 2023-10-09
- Certified
- 2023-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vaish Sekar's NPI number?
- Vaish Sekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285028571, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vaish Sekar's specialty?
- Vaish Sekar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vaish Sekar located?
- Vaish Sekar's practice location on file with NPPES is 5 Cuba Hill Rd, Greenlawn, NY 11740-1624.
- What is Vaish Sekar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vaish Sekar is (631) 628-5000.
- Does Vaish Sekar accept Medicare?
- Vaish Sekar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vaish Sekar's NPI active?
- Yes — Vaish Sekar's NPI (1285028571) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.