Brajesh Bhatla, M.D.
NPI 1821045600 · Nephrology Physician · Harlingen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brajesh Bhatla, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Harlingen, TX (NPI 1821045600).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821045600
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J9973 (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
20 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
9,561 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 | 1,557 | $127 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,364 | $79 |
| Urine Microalbumin (protein) Analysis82044 | 1,123 | $6 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 1,120 | $5 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 921 | $353 |
| Blood Count, Hemoglobin85018 | 872 | $2 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 104 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 632 | 164 |
| Losartan Potassium | 559 | 146 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 545 | 103 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 514 | 176 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 449 | 93 |
| Torsemide | 304 | 73 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$609 across 32 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
- 2006-05-27
- Last updated
- 2008-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brajesh Bhatla's NPI number?
- Brajesh Bhatla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821045600, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brajesh Bhatla's specialty?
- Brajesh Bhatla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brajesh Bhatla located?
- Brajesh Bhatla's practice location on file with NPPES is 4402 E Sesame Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550-9290.
- What is Brajesh Bhatla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brajesh Bhatla is (956) 412-1125.
- Does Brajesh Bhatla accept Medicare?
- Brajesh Bhatla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brajesh Bhatla's NPI active?
- Yes — Brajesh Bhatla's NPI (1821045600) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.