Viraat Patel, MD
NPI 1538548755 · Dermatology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Viraat Patel, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1538548755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538548755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,534 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 706 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 344 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 287 | $97 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 265 | $52 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 248 | $126 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultraviolet Radiation With Tar Or Petroleum Jelly Application |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 268 | 117 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 177 | 121 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 127 | 52 |
| Hydrocortisone | 90 | 63 |
| Fluocinonide | 57 | 42 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 56 | 27 |
| Mupirocin | 46 | 33 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 45 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-05-20
- Last updated
- 2022-01-20
- Certified
- 2022-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Viraat Patel's NPI number?
- Viraat Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538548755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Viraat Patel's specialty?
- Viraat Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Viraat Patel located?
- Viraat Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 510, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2131.
- What is Viraat Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Viraat Patel is (310) 917-3376.
- Does Viraat Patel accept Medicare?
- Viraat Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Viraat Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Viraat Patel's NPI (1538548755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.