Sanjay Patel, M.D.
NPI 1326001603 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sanjay Patel, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1326001603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326001603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200100759 (NC)
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
20 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
2,455 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 | 573 | $120 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 231 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 213 | $13 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 164 | $63 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 151 | $64 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 813 | 180 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 582 | 187 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 494 | 160 |
| Carvedilol | 291 | 94 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 258 | 81 |
| Losartan Potassium | 158 | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$871 across 35 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
- 2006-04-08
- Last updated
- 2013-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sanjay Patel's NPI number?
- Sanjay Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326001603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sanjay Patel's specialty?
- Sanjay Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sanjay Patel located?
- Sanjay Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1771 Tate Blvd Se, Hickory, NC 28602-4249.
- What is Sanjay Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sanjay Patel is (828) 324-4804.
- Does Sanjay Patel accept Medicare?
- Sanjay Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sanjay Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Sanjay Patel's NPI (1326001603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.