Sandesh Kumar Joshi, M.D
NPI 1861704710 · Nephrology Physician · Rockville, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandesh Kumar Joshi, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Rockville, MD (NPI 1861704710).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861704710
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0085615 (MD)
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
15 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
3,345 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 | 956 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 627 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 458 | $126 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 377 | $382 |
| 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'SG2211 | 354 | $18 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 113 | 40 |
| Furosemide | 103 | 29 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 99 | 38 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 72 | 25 |
| Lisinopril | 67 | 25 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 57 | 19 |
| Allopurinol | 55 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$657 across 26 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)
- 489 State StBangor, ME 04401-6616Phone: (207) 973-9185Fax: (207) 973-6196
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-08
- Last updated
- 2019-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandesh Kumar Joshi's NPI number?
- Sandesh Kumar Joshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861704710, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandesh Kumar Joshi's specialty?
- Sandesh Kumar Joshi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandesh Kumar Joshi located?
- Sandesh Kumar Joshi's practice location on file with NPPES is 1201 Seven Locks Rd # 200a, Rockville, MD 20854-2931.
- What is Sandesh Kumar Joshi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandesh Kumar Joshi is (301) 907-3939.
- Does Sandesh Kumar Joshi accept Medicare?
- Sandesh Kumar Joshi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandesh Kumar Joshi's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandesh Kumar Joshi's NPI (1861704710) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.