Palak Patel, M.D.
NPI 1366821381 · Epilepsy Physician · Edison, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Palak Patel, M.D. is a Epilepsy Physician provider in Edison, NJ (NPI 1366821381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366821381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Epilepsy PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301503854 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
11 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
543 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 Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 129 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 113 | $70 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity With Video (veeg), 12-26 Hours With Review and Report By Health Care Professional95720 | 50 | $218 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 43 | $182 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 40 | $133 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 12-26 Hours With Health Care Professional Review and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 292 | 78 |
| Lacosamide | 137 | 31 |
| Lamotrigine | 80 | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 62 | 19 |
| Topiramate | 59 | 17 |
| Brivaracetambrand: Briviact | 58 | 11 |
| Divalproex Sodiumbrand: Divalproex Sodium Er | 49 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$85 across 5 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
- 2015-05-22
- Last updated
- 2022-08-29
- Certified
- 2022-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Palak Patel's NPI number?
- Palak Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366821381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Palak Patel's specialty?
- Palak Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Epilepsy Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Palak Patel located?
- Palak Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 65 James St, Edison, NJ 08820-3947.
- What is Palak Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Palak Patel is (732) 321-7010.
- Does Palak Patel accept Medicare?
- Palak Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Palak Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Palak Patel's NPI (1366821381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.