Pinky Vaidya, M.D.
NPI 1639467152 · Rheumatology Physician · Little River, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Pinky Vaidya, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Little River, SC (NPI 1639467152).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639467152
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD15487 (RI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,572 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 698 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 575 | $80 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 73 | $41 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 72 | $54 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 71 | $153 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 786 | 225 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 772 | 147 |
| Gabapentin | 631 | 148 |
| Prednisone | 571 | 138 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 564 | 141 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 274 | 83 |
| Pregabalin | 254 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,057 across 59 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 (1)
- 50 Maude StFloor 2Providence, RI 02908-4325Phone: (401) 456-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-07-18
- Last updated
- 2021-02-22
- Certified
- 2021-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pinky Vaidya's NPI number?
- Pinky Vaidya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639467152, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Pinky Vaidya's specialty?
- Pinky Vaidya is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Pinky Vaidya located?
- Pinky Vaidya's practice location on file with NPPES is 3980 Highway 9 E Ste 340, Little River, SC 29566-8165.
- What is Pinky Vaidya's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Pinky Vaidya is (843) 366-3040.
- Does Pinky Vaidya accept Medicare?
- Pinky Vaidya is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Pinky Vaidya's NPI active?
- Yes — Pinky Vaidya's NPI (1639467152) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.