Niraj Patel, M.D.
NPI 1477972974 · Hospitalist Physician · Jacksonville, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Niraj Patel, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Jacksonville, FL (NPI 1477972974).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477972974
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME133338 (FL)
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
12 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
1,039 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 Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 666 | $77 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 200 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 63 | $168 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 62 | $49 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 31 | $125 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 40 | 40 |
| Vancomycin Hcl | 35 | 35 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 32 | 29 |
| Furosemide | 28 | 26 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 23 | 17 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 22 | 14 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$676 across 21 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
- 2014-04-11
- Last updated
- 2019-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Niraj Patel's NPI number?
- Niraj Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477972974, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Niraj Patel's specialty?
- Niraj Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Niraj Patel located?
- Niraj Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 820 Prudential Dr Ste 304, Jacksonville, FL 32207-8205.
- What is Niraj Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Niraj Patel is (904) 202-3860.
- Does Niraj Patel accept Medicare?
- Niraj Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Niraj Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Niraj Patel's NPI (1477972974) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.