Vijay Hegde, M.D.
NPI 1740207331 · Family Medicine Physician · Jamaica Plain, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijay Hegde, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Jamaica Plain, MA (NPI 1740207331).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740207331
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 227877 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,079 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 638 | $82 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 237 | $120 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 67 | $136 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 62 | $123 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 48 | $52 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 17 | 16 |
| Levofloxacin | 17 | 17 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 14 | 14 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 12 | — |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 12 | 12 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 12 | 12 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 11 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2013-07-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijay Hegde's NPI number?
- Vijay Hegde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740207331, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijay Hegde's specialty?
- Vijay Hegde is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijay Hegde located?
- Vijay Hegde's practice location on file with NPPES is 40 Wyman St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-1927.
- What is Vijay Hegde's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijay Hegde is (410) 477-9309.
- Does Vijay Hegde accept Medicare?
- Vijay Hegde is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijay Hegde's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijay Hegde's NPI (1740207331) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-07-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.