Vijay Vakharia, M.D.
NPI 1659304442 · Anesthesiology Physician · Lewistown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijay Vakharia, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Lewistown, PA (NPI 1659304442).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659304442
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD044127L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
282 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Lens Surgery00142 | 130 | $61 |
| Anesthesia for Exam of Colon Using an Endoscope00812 | 37 | $55 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 32 | $80 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 29 | $67 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure for Total Knee Joint Replacement01402 | 17 | $214 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot Bones01480 | 13 | $86 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Nerves, Muscles, Tendons, and Tissue of Forearm, Wrist, and Hand |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601-4804Phone: (814) 943-5901Fax: (814) 943-3429
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-08
- Last updated
- 2018-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijay Vakharia's NPI number?
- Vijay Vakharia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659304442, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijay Vakharia's specialty?
- Vijay Vakharia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijay Vakharia located?
- Vijay Vakharia's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 Highland Ave, Lewistown, PA 17044.
- What is Vijay Vakharia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijay Vakharia is (717) 242-7473.
- Does Vijay Vakharia accept Medicare?
- Vijay Vakharia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijay Vakharia's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijay Vakharia's NPI (1659304442) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.