Viral Vakil, M.D.
NPI 1902163868 · Nephrology Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Viral Vakil, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1902163868).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902163868
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,162 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 206 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 172 | $74 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 136 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $123 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 135 | $331 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 114 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 113 | 32 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 107 | 30 |
| Lisinopril | 92 | 28 |
| Allopurinol | 68 | 19 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 65 | 13 |
| Torsemide | 62 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 59 | 25 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-17
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Viral Vakil's NPI number?
- Viral Vakil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902163868, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Viral Vakil's specialty?
- Viral Vakil is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Viral Vakil located?
- Viral Vakil's practice location on file with NPPES is 909 Fulton St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55455-4800.
- What is Viral Vakil's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Viral Vakil is (612) 672-7422.
- Does Viral Vakil accept Medicare?
- Viral Vakil is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Viral Vakil's NPI active?
- Yes — Viral Vakil's NPI (1902163868) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.