Rahul Bhakta, M.D.
NPI 1538458609 · Hospitalist Physician · Riverview, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rahul Bhakta, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Riverview, FL (NPI 1538458609).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538458609
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME121197 (FL)
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
15 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
557 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 272 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 87 | $115 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 77 | $111 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 44 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 40 | $128 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 40 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 28 | 25 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 23 | 23 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 19 | 18 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 17 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 17 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$220 across 3 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
- 2011-03-29
- Last updated
- 2026-03-02
- Certified
- 2026-03-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rahul Bhakta's NPI number?
- Rahul Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538458609, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rahul Bhakta's specialty?
- Rahul Bhakta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rahul Bhakta located?
- Rahul Bhakta's practice location on file with NPPES is 6901 Simmons Loop, Riverview, FL 33578-9498.
- What is Rahul Bhakta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rahul Bhakta is (727) 532-0002.
- Does Rahul Bhakta accept Medicare?
- Rahul Bhakta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rahul Bhakta's NPI active?
- Yes — Rahul Bhakta's NPI (1538458609) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.