Laxmi Dhakal, MD
NPI 1598997348 · Neurology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laxmi Dhakal, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1598997348).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598997348
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0438053 (KS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Neurology Physician2084N0400X
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
614 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 35 Minutes99232 | 176 | $75 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 124 | $203 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 92 | $165 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 89 | $113 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 58 | $123 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$267 across 2 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
- 2009-08-12
- Last updated
- 2024-08-16
- Certified
- 2024-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laxmi Dhakal's NPI number?
- Laxmi Dhakal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598997348, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laxmi Dhakal's specialty?
- Laxmi Dhakal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laxmi Dhakal located?
- Laxmi Dhakal's practice location on file with NPPES is 3719 E Louise Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85050-8314.
- What is Laxmi Dhakal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laxmi Dhakal is (480) 985-1093.
- Does Laxmi Dhakal accept Medicare?
- Laxmi Dhakal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laxmi Dhakal's NPI active?
- Yes — Laxmi Dhakal's NPI (1598997348) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.