Meghal Parikh, MD
NPI 1922115856 · Rheumatology Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meghal Parikh, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1922115856).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922115856
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2005011346 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
1,649 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,107 | $124 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 160 | $161 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 100 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 69 | $85 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 52 | $131 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 654 | 178 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 514 | 156 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 320 | 102 |
| Allopurinol | 202 | 62 |
| Gabapentin | 186 | 69 |
| Leflunomide | 186 | 47 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 112 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$152 across 6 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
- 2006-08-24
- Last updated
- 2023-01-25
- Certified
- 2023-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meghal Parikh's NPI number?
- Meghal Parikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922115856, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Meghal Parikh's specialty?
- Meghal Parikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meghal Parikh located?
- Meghal Parikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 2908 G St Ste C, Merced, CA 95340-2106.
- What is Meghal Parikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meghal Parikh is (209) 812-1444.
- Does Meghal Parikh accept Medicare?
- Meghal Parikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Meghal Parikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Meghal Parikh's NPI (1922115856) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.