Arvind Bhat, M.D.
NPI 1861434763 · Hospitalist Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arvind Bhat, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1861434763).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861434763
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C153201 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,535 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 35 Minutes99232 | 739 | $79 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 390 | $175 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 238 | $116 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 136 | $119 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 17 | $50 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 53 | 32 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 43 | 24 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 39 | 28 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 36 | 21 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 35 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 35 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 23625 Holman HwyMonterey, CA 93940-5902Phone: (831) 624-5311Fax: (831) 625-4948
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2024-04-15
- Certified
- 2024-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arvind Bhat's NPI number?
- Arvind Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861434763, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arvind Bhat's specialty?
- Arvind Bhat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arvind Bhat located?
- Arvind Bhat's practice location on file with NPPES is 450 E Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901-4029.
- What is Arvind Bhat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arvind Bhat is (831) 759-3257.
- Does Arvind Bhat accept Medicare?
- Arvind Bhat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arvind Bhat's NPI active?
- Yes — Arvind Bhat's NPI (1861434763) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.