Raj Patel
NPI 1720379712 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Alabaster, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (mds) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Raj Patel is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Alabaster, AL (NPI 1720379712).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720379712
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.32152 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
4,574 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 877 | $530 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 579 | $361 |
| Complicated Repair of Wound of Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Underarms, Genitals, Hands, Or Feet, 2.6-7.5 Cm13132 | 524 | $222 |
| Complicated Repair of Wound of Scalp, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm13121 | 416 | $220 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17313 | 385 | $539 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 111 | 97 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 39 |
| Ketoconazole | 33 | 26 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 24 | 20 |
| Mupirocin | 23 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 15 | 12 |
| Fluorouracil | 14 | 13 |
| Hydrocortisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$445 across 12 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
- 2011-04-25
- Last updated
- 2016-05-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Raj Patel's NPI number?
- Raj Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720379712, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Raj Patel's specialty?
- Raj Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Raj Patel located?
- Raj Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 615 1st St N, Alabaster, AL 35007-8892.
- What is Raj Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Raj Patel is (205) 592-5135.
- Does Raj Patel accept Medicare?
- Raj Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Raj Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Raj Patel's NPI (1720379712) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.