Vikram Patel, MD
NPI 1588672943 · Specialist · Midland, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vikram Patel, MD is a Specialist provider in Midland, TX (NPI 1588672943).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588672943
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M2008 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
385 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 201 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 81 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 60 | $51 |
| Dilation of Nasal Sinus Using an Endoscope31295 | 16 | $1,847 |
| Dilation of Sphenoid and Frontal Nasal Sinus Using an Endoscope31298 | 14 | $3,982 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 308 | 79 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 125 | 68 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 72 | 20 |
| Methylprednisolone | 45 | 40 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 36 | 22 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 24 | 22 |
| Cefdinir | 20 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$474 across 6 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
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2025-10-29
- Certified
- 2025-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vikram Patel's NPI number?
- Vikram Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588672943, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vikram Patel's specialty?
- Vikram Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Vikram Patel located?
- Vikram Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 4214 Andrews Hwy Ste 100a, Midland, TX 79703-4873.
- What is Vikram Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vikram Patel is (432) 686-7474.
- Does Vikram Patel accept Medicare?
- Vikram Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vikram Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vikram Patel's NPI (1588672943) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.