Piyush Patel, M.D.
NPI 1629011283 · Family Medicine Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Piyush Patel, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1629011283).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629011283
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 056625 (GA)
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
20 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
8,018 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 Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 2,731 | $101 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 1,801 | $59 |
| Care Management Services for Behavioral Health Conditions, 20 Minutes Or More Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional99484 | 582 | $52 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 527 | $120 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 348 | $120 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 385 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 6,949 | 349 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 6,127 | 317 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 4,552 | 223 |
| Furosemide | 4,504 | 207 |
| Gabapentin | 4,285 | 214 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 4,051 | 169 |
| Potassium Chloride | 4,032 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$644 across 33 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
- 2006-06-13
- Last updated
- 2014-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Piyush Patel's NPI number?
- Piyush Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629011283, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Piyush Patel's specialty?
- Piyush Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Piyush Patel located?
- Piyush Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 5363 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31904-4423.
- What is Piyush Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Piyush Patel is (706) 507-5441.
- Does Piyush Patel accept Medicare?
- Piyush Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Piyush Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Piyush Patel's NPI (1629011283) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.