Mehul Thakkar, M.D.
NPI 1801996640 · Internal Medicine Physician · Tarzana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mehul Thakkar, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Tarzana, CA (NPI 1801996640).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801996640
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C55478 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3,071 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 465 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 446 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 309 | $74 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 302 | $10 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 197 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 193 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 108 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 423 | 119 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 258 | 84 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 240 | 57 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 229 | 78 |
| Lisinopril | 170 | 47 |
| Losartan Potassium | 157 | 54 |
| Gabapentin |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-22
- Last updated
- 2019-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mehul Thakkar's NPI number?
- Mehul Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801996640, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mehul Thakkar's specialty?
- Mehul Thakkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mehul Thakkar located?
- Mehul Thakkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 5525 Etiwanda Ave Ste 320, Tarzana, CA 91356-6130.
- What is Mehul Thakkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mehul Thakkar is (818) 774-3838.
- Does Mehul Thakkar accept Medicare?
- Mehul Thakkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mehul Thakkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Mehul Thakkar's NPI (1801996640) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.