Darshan Patel, M.D
NPI 1518172535 · Pediatrics Physician · Apple Valley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pediatric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darshan Patel, M.D is a Pediatrics Physician provider in Apple Valley, CA (NPI 1518172535).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518172535
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pediatrics PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A110591 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
455 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 92 | $185 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 87 | $132 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 83 | $100 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 48 | $226 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 61-119 Minutes95813 | 29 | $470 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Digital Analysis |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 209 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 128 | 27 |
| Primidone | 62 | 11 |
| Levetiracetam | 61 | 16 |
| Cenobamatebrand: Xcopri | 47 | — |
| Trazodone Hcl | 43 | — |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 43 | 13 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,734 across 76 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
- 2007-05-12
- Last updated
- 2023-11-28
- Certified
- 2023-11-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darshan Patel's NPI number?
- Darshan Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518172535, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darshan Patel's specialty?
- Darshan Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pediatrics Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darshan Patel located?
- Darshan Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 15972 Tuscola Rd Ste 101, Apple Valley, CA 92307-2106.
- What is Darshan Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darshan Patel is (760) 810-7631.
- Does Darshan Patel accept Medicare?
- Darshan Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darshan Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Darshan Patel's NPI (1518172535) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.