Viral Patel, M.D.
NPI 1346566858 · Gastroenterology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Viral Patel, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1346566858).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346566858
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036132931 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
399 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 75 | $203 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 67 | $70 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 61 | $74 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 49 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 45 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 131 | 53 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 88 | 85 |
| Omeprazole | 37 | 16 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 36 | 12 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 21 | — |
| Famotidine | 14 | — |
| Obeticholic Acidbrand: Ocaliva | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$649 across 12 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
- 2010-04-09
- Last updated
- 2026-02-24
- Certified
- 2026-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Viral Patel's NPI number?
- Viral Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346566858, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Viral Patel's specialty?
- Viral Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Viral Patel located?
- Viral Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 11430 Red Rust Ln Ste 201, Charlotte, NC 28277-4948.
- What is Viral Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Viral Patel is (704) 377-4009.
- Does Viral Patel accept Medicare?
- Viral Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Viral Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Viral Patel's NPI (1346566858) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.