Rahul Patel, M.D.
NPI 1548311319 · Ophthalmology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rahul Patel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1548311319).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548311319
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 253704 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,701 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 339 | $22 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 301 | $26 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 291 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 259 | $86 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 256 | $33 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 199 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 391 | 123 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 174 | 56 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 131 | 94 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 102 | 42 |
| Timolol Maleate | 92 | 31 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 78 | 24 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 61 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$693 across 29 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
- 2007-01-16
- Last updated
- 2019-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rahul Patel's NPI number?
- Rahul Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548311319, 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 Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rahul Patel located?
- Rahul Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 63 Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12204-1030.
- What is Rahul Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rahul Patel is (413) 774-7016.
- 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 (1548311319) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.