Sudhir Joshi, M.D.
NPI 1720087877 · Nephrology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sudhir Joshi, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1720087877).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720087877
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A67076 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
2,208 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 | 561 | $130 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 555 | $17 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 479 | $355 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 164 | $172 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 116 | $78 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 63 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 353 | 87 |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 204 | 53 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 175 | 66 |
| Furosemide | 170 | 50 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 134 | 43 |
| Calcium Acetate | 131 | 35 |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1brand: Prosol | 128 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,290 across 105 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
- 2005-07-20
- Last updated
- 2011-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sudhir Joshi's NPI number?
- Sudhir Joshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720087877, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sudhir Joshi's specialty?
- Sudhir Joshi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sudhir Joshi located?
- Sudhir Joshi's practice location on file with NPPES is 3933 Coffee Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308-5024.
- What is Sudhir Joshi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sudhir Joshi is (661) 588-9999.
- Does Sudhir Joshi accept Medicare?
- Sudhir Joshi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sudhir Joshi's NPI active?
- Yes — Sudhir Joshi's NPI (1720087877) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.