Kamlesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1902897788 · Nephrology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kamlesh Patel, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1902897788).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902897788
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 045576 (GA)
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
3,840 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 838 | $3 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 819 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 637 | $125 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 561 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 411 | $174 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 171 | 60 |
| Calcium Acetate | 148 | 47 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 136 | 40 |
| Potassium Chloride | 134 | 31 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 115 | 33 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 84 | 28 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 71 | 22 |
| Carvedilol | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30 across 7 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
- 2005-11-02
- Last updated
- 2011-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kamlesh Patel's NPI number?
- Kamlesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902897788, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kamlesh Patel's specialty?
- Kamlesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kamlesh Patel located?
- Kamlesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2424a Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31904-5638.
- What is Kamlesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kamlesh Patel is (706) 327-6296.
- Does Kamlesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Kamlesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kamlesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Kamlesh Patel's NPI (1902897788) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.