Rajesh Patel, MD
NPI 1538320544 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rajesh Patel, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Vista, CA (NPI 1538320544).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538320544
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036133020 (IL)
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
18 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
1,174 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 714 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 95 | $177 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 53 | $347 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 50 | $82 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 49 | $278 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 122 | 19 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 102 | 12 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 95 | 26 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 48 | 11 |
| Gabapentin | 33 | 13 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$360 across 7 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
- 2008-06-23
- Last updated
- 2023-07-12
- Certified
- 2023-07-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rajesh Patel's NPI number?
- Rajesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538320544, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rajesh Patel's specialty?
- Rajesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rajesh Patel located?
- Rajesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2301 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081-8788.
- What is Rajesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rajesh Patel is (414) 708-7764.
- Does Rajesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Rajesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rajesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rajesh Patel's NPI (1538320544) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.