Ramesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1518052547 · Family Medicine Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ramesh Patel, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1518052547).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518052547
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C141295 (CA)
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
19 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
3,029 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,189 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 827 | $125 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 412 | $14 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 148 | $2 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 102 | $110 |
| Inhalation Treatment for Airway Obstruction Or Sputum Production94640 | 81 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 70 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 124 | 49 |
| Lisinopril | 104 | 43 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 85 | 30 |
| Prednisone | 79 | 64 |
| Omeprazole | 75 | 33 |
| Meloxicam | 72 | 32 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$49 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 9 Pine Cone Dr Ste 102Palm Coast, FL 32137-8683Phone: (386) 445-6191Fax: (386) 445-3916
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2020-09-24
- Certified
- 2020-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ramesh Patel's NPI number?
- Ramesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518052547, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ramesh Patel's specialty?
- Ramesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ramesh Patel located?
- Ramesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 8325 Brimhall Rd Ste 100, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2245.
- What is Ramesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ramesh Patel is (661) 649-6720.
- Does Ramesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Ramesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ramesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ramesh Patel's NPI (1518052547) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.