Ashwini Bhat, MD
NPI 1396901856 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Temple, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ashwini Bhat, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Temple, TX (NPI 1396901856).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396901856
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08433800 (NJ)
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
17 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
957 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 | 294 | $92 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 239 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 158 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 147 | $63 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 64 | $75 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 331 | 95 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 98 | 33 |
| Exemestane | 76 | 23 |
| Letrozole | 75 | 23 |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 60 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 35 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 31 | 14 |
| Gabapentin | 30 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$140 across 2 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
- 2008-08-04
- Last updated
- 2021-12-06
- Certified
- 2021-12-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ashwini Bhat's NPI number?
- Ashwini Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396901856, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ashwini Bhat's specialty?
- Ashwini Bhat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ashwini Bhat located?
- Ashwini Bhat's practice location on file with NPPES is 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-0001.
- What is Ashwini Bhat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ashwini Bhat is (254) 724-2111.
- Does Ashwini Bhat accept Medicare?
- Ashwini Bhat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ashwini Bhat's NPI active?
- Yes — Ashwini Bhat's NPI (1396901856) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.