Nikesh Patel, MD
NPI 1598151581 · Dermatology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikesh Patel, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1598151581).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598151581
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020-03167 (NC)
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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,725 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 694 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 268 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 232 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 217 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 98 | $104 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 265 | 126 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 137 | 66 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 134 | 94 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide | 95 | 45 |
| Hydrocortisone | 42 | 31 |
| Fluorouracil | 42 | 32 |
| Tacrolimus | 32 | 14 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 31 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$603 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 13640 Steelecroft PkwySte 320Charlotte, NC 28278-7565Phone: (704) 468-8874
- 4525 Cameron Valley PkwySte 2100Charlotte, NC 28211-4369Phone: (704) 355-5100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-07
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
- Certified
- 2020-08-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikesh Patel's NPI number?
- Nikesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598151581, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikesh Patel's specialty?
- Nikesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikesh Patel located?
- Nikesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 10650 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210-8538.
- What is Nikesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikesh Patel is (704) 667-0340.
- Does Nikesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Nikesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikesh Patel's NPI (1598151581) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.