Mehul Bhakta, M.D.
NPI 1548585482 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mehul Bhakta, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1548585482).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548585482
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2013-00867 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,721 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 322 | $8 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 305 | $26 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 304 | $33 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 250 | $26 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 250 | $33 |
| Low Dose Ct Scan of Chest for Lung Cancer Screening71271 | 141 | $48 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-04-04
- Last updated
- 2016-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mehul Bhakta's NPI number?
- Mehul Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548585482, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mehul Bhakta's specialty?
- Mehul Bhakta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mehul Bhakta located?
- Mehul Bhakta's practice location on file with NPPES is 509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4601.
- What is Mehul Bhakta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mehul Bhakta is (828) 213-3524.
- Does Mehul Bhakta accept Medicare?
- Mehul Bhakta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mehul Bhakta's NPI active?
- Yes — Mehul Bhakta's NPI (1548585482) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.