Rakesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1366691529 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Harlingen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Patel, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Harlingen, TX (NPI 1366691529).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366691529
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S1889 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,471 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 991 | $9 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 453 | $44 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast74176 | 198 | $91 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Joint Or Other Extremity Structure Except Blood Vessels76882 | 180 | $36 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 129 | $96 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 108 | $56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33 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)
- 250 Cherry Ln Ste 116Manteca, CA 95337-4398Phone: (209) 647-2184
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-09-12
- Last updated
- 2025-10-17
- Certified
- 2025-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Patel's NPI number?
- Rakesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366691529, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rakesh Patel's specialty?
- Rakesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Patel located?
- Rakesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1717 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550-8912.
- What is Rakesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Patel is (956) 466-8592.
- Does Rakesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Rakesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rakesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rakesh Patel's NPI (1366691529) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.