Hitesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1831191246 · Medical Oncology Physician · Clearwater, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hitesh Patel, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Clearwater, FL (NPI 1831191246).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831191246
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME59034 (FL)
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 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
14,488 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection, Fosaprepitant (focinvez), 1 MgJ1434 | 6,450 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,952 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,409 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 804 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 582 | $88 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 551 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 52 | 23 |
| Anastrozole | 51 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 43 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 39 | — |
| Alprazolam | 37 | — |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 37 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,138 across 122 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
- 2005-08-15
- Last updated
- 2022-08-11
- Certified
- 2022-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hitesh Patel's NPI number?
- Hitesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831191246, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hitesh Patel's specialty?
- Hitesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hitesh Patel located?
- Hitesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL 33756-3312.
- What is Hitesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hitesh Patel is (727) 447-8100.
- Does Hitesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Hitesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hitesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Hitesh Patel's NPI (1831191246) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.