Viraj Bhalani, M.D.
NPI 1730318817 · Nephrology Physician · Temple Terrace, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Viraj Bhalani, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Temple Terrace, FL (NPI 1730318817).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730318817
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,148 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 450 | $76 |
| 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 | 370 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 354 | $124 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 259 | $61 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 238 | $333 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 201 | 68 |
| Carvedilol | 180 | 70 |
| Losartan Potassium | 172 | 61 |
| Calcitriol | 165 | 55 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 97 | 40 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 95 | 36 |
| Bumetanide | 92 | 35 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$212 across 10 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
- 2009-07-09
- Last updated
- 2017-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Viraj Bhalani's NPI number?
- Viraj Bhalani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730318817, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Viraj Bhalani's specialty?
- Viraj Bhalani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Viraj Bhalani located?
- Viraj Bhalani's practice location on file with NPPES is 12662 Telecom Dr, Temple Terrace, FL 33637-0935.
- What is Viraj Bhalani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Viraj Bhalani is (813) 910-8708.
- Does Viraj Bhalani accept Medicare?
- Viraj Bhalani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Viraj Bhalani's NPI active?
- Yes — Viraj Bhalani's NPI (1730318817) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.