Rupert Patel, MD
NPI 1528032042 · Nephrology Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rupert Patel, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1528032042).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528032042
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L5868 (TX)
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
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
1,014 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 349 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 174 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 163 | $115 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 104 | $342 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 79 | $123 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 73 | 15 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 64 | 29 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 39 | — |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 29 | 12 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 25 | — |
| Febuxostat | 21 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,653 across 48 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
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2014-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rupert Patel's NPI number?
- Rupert Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528032042, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rupert Patel's specialty?
- Rupert Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rupert Patel located?
- Rupert Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 Creek Way Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77478-4072.
- What is Rupert Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rupert Patel is (832) 999-4360.
- Does Rupert Patel accept Medicare?
- Rupert Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rupert Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rupert Patel's NPI (1528032042) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.