Bhavik Bhandari, M.D.
NPI 1679763890 · Gastroenterology Physician · Emerson, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bhavik Bhandari, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Emerson, NJ (NPI 1679763890).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679763890
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08267100 (NJ)
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
18 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
557 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 143 | $104 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 99 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 61 | $145 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 58 | $146 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 49 | $141 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 197 | 84 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 58 | 11 |
| Omeprazole | 39 | 14 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 33 | 15 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 28 | 14 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 27 | — |
| Famotidine | 23 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$810 across 35 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
- 2007-07-25
- Last updated
- 2019-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bhavik Bhandari's NPI number?
- Bhavik Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679763890, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bhavik Bhandari's specialty?
- Bhavik Bhandari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bhavik Bhandari located?
- Bhavik Bhandari's practice location on file with NPPES is 466 Old Hook Rd Ste 1, Emerson, NJ 07630-1368.
- What is Bhavik Bhandari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bhavik Bhandari is (201) 967-8221.
- Does Bhavik Bhandari accept Medicare?
- Bhavik Bhandari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bhavik Bhandari's NPI active?
- Yes — Bhavik Bhandari's NPI (1679763890) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.