Ritu Patel, M.D.
NPI 1730421751 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ritu Patel, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1730421751).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730421751
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- R1101 (TX)
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
13 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
1,255 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 | 378 | $129 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 249 | $9 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 187 | $19 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 94 | $82 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 92 | $19 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 85 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 213 | 62 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 156 | 46 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 131 | 40 |
| Metformin Hcl | 100 | 34 |
| Losartan Potassium | 100 | 30 |
| Lisinopril | 69 | 21 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$329 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
- 2013-03-18
- Last updated
- 2022-09-16
- Certified
- 2022-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ritu Patel's NPI number?
- Ritu Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730421751, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ritu Patel's specialty?
- Ritu Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ritu Patel located?
- Ritu Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1170 Blalock Rd Ste 100, Houston, TX 77055-7421.
- What is Ritu Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ritu Patel is (713) 464-0236.
- Does Ritu Patel accept Medicare?
- Ritu Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ritu Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ritu Patel's NPI (1730421751) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.