Rakesh Patel, MD, FACS
NPI 1457312589 · Otolaryngology Physician · Paramus, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Patel, MD, FACS is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Paramus, NJ (NPI 1457312589).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457312589
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, FACS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA66641 (NJ)
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
1,637 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 | 575 | $126 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 373 | $187 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 190 | $38 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 175 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 105 | $110 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 88 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 127 | 68 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 113 | 55 |
| Prednisone | 100 | 87 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 92 | 67 |
| Famotidine | 77 | 37 |
| Mupirocin | 52 | 31 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 44 | 36 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$34 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
- 2006-03-29
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
- Certified
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Patel's NPI number?
- Rakesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457312589, 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 Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Patel located?
- Rakesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 W Ridgewood Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652-2359.
- What is Rakesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Patel is (201) 445-9915.
- 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 (1457312589) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.