Varun Takyar, MD
NPI 1851736961 · Gastroenterology Physician · Antioch, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Varun Takyar, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Antioch, CA (NPI 1851736961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851736961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- CA (CA)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,414 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 361 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $153 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 183 | $193 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 113 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 90 | $97 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 223 | 89 |
| Omeprazole | 97 | 42 |
| Famotidine | 78 | 30 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 58 | 17 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 49 | 20 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 47 | 47 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$102 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 2800 E Ajo WayUniversity of Arizona Medical Center at South CampusTucson, AZ 85713-6204Phone: (520) 429-3570
- 350 John Muir PkwyBrentwood, CA 94513-5183Phone: (925) 776-7725Fax: (510) 506-7727
- 1500 San Pablo StLos Angeles, CA 90033-5313Phone: (800) 872-2273
- 1983 Marengo St Rm B4h100Los Angeles, CA 90033-1370Phone: (323) 409-1000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-02
- Last updated
- 2021-01-29
- Certified
- 2021-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Varun Takyar's NPI number?
- Varun Takyar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851736961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Varun Takyar's specialty?
- Varun Takyar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Varun Takyar located?
- Varun Takyar's practice location on file with NPPES is 4053 Lone Tree Way Ste 201, Antioch, CA 94531-6210.
- What is Varun Takyar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Varun Takyar is (925) 776-7725.
- Does Varun Takyar accept Medicare?
- Varun Takyar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Varun Takyar's NPI active?
- Yes — Varun Takyar's NPI (1851736961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.