Rahul Patel, M.D.
NPI 1538171095 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rahul Patel, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1538171095).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538171095
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00045432 (WA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,642 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 561 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 428 | $9 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 244 | $47 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Head With Contrast70496 | 142 | $83 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Neck With Contrast70498 | 142 | $80 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 138 | $28 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24 across 1 record (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)
- 1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100Tacoma, WA 98402-1900Phone: (253) 761-4200
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2024-08-30
- Certified
- 2024-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rahul Patel's NPI number?
- Rahul Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538171095, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rahul Patel's specialty?
- Rahul Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rahul Patel located?
- Rahul Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 10150 Sorrento Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-1635.
- What is Rahul Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rahul Patel is (858) 678-6886.
- Does Rahul Patel accept Medicare?
- Rahul Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rahul Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rahul Patel's NPI (1538171095) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.