Nisha Patel, M.D.
NPI 1518173079 · Ophthalmology Physician · Reston, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nisha Patel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Reston, VA (NPI 1518173079).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518173079
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101241432 (VA)
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
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
718 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 261 | $100 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 131 | $141 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 62 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 62 | $185 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 47 | $72 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 43 | $46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 146 | 54 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 49 | 24 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 48 | 38 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 41 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 21 | — |
| Travoprost | 18 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$440 across 18 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
- 2007-05-14
- Last updated
- 2015-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nisha Patel's NPI number?
- Nisha Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518173079, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nisha Patel's specialty?
- Nisha Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nisha Patel located?
- Nisha Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 12110 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190-5852.
- What is Nisha Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nisha Patel is (703) 834-9777.
- Does Nisha Patel accept Medicare?
- Nisha Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nisha Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Nisha Patel's NPI (1518173079) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.