Hiren Patel, M.D.
NPI 1568481661 · Family Medicine Physician · Opelika, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hiren Patel, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Opelika, AL (NPI 1568481661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568481661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20098 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,988 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 | 629 | $118 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 540 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 496 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 352 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 219 | $83 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 156 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 711 | 196 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 700 | 169 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 554 | 150 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 367 | 141 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 346 | 97 |
| Gabapentin | 321 | 88 |
| Potassium Chloride |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$797 across 39 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
- 2006-07-19
- Last updated
- 2011-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hiren Patel's NPI number?
- Hiren Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568481661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hiren Patel's specialty?
- Hiren Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hiren Patel located?
- Hiren Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1941 1st Ave, Opelika, AL 36801-5403.
- What is Hiren Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hiren Patel is (334) 745-3534.
- Does Hiren Patel accept Medicare?
- Hiren Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hiren Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Hiren Patel's NPI (1568481661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.