Sandeep Virk, M.D., MPH
NPI 1578766564 · Hospitalist Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandeep Virk, M.D., MPH is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1578766564).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578766564
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., MPH
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.30420 (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
731 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 50 Minutes99233 | 290 | $108 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 95 | $160 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 94 | $104 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 78 | $159 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 73 | $194 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 53 | $111 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 33 | 32 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 33 | 25 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 28 |
| Furosemide | 28 | 19 |
| Losartan Potassium | 27 | 15 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 23 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$253 across 12 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
- 2007-06-07
- Last updated
- 2017-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandeep Virk's NPI number?
- Sandeep Virk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578766564, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandeep Virk's specialty?
- Sandeep Virk is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandeep Virk located?
- Sandeep Virk's practice location on file with NPPES is 619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35249-1900.
- What is Sandeep Virk's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandeep Virk is (205) 934-5038.
- Does Sandeep Virk accept Medicare?
- Sandeep Virk is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandeep Virk's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandeep Virk's NPI (1578766564) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.