Rakesh Patel, M.D.
NPI 1962518837 · Urology Physician · Lakeland, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Patel, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Lakeland, FL (NPI 1962518837).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962518837
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME101215 (FL)
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
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
2,800 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 544 | $88 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 523 | $2 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 384 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 254 | $124 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 119 | $225 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 104 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,886 | 637 |
| Finasteride | 849 | 276 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 269 | 211 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 188 | 73 |
| Cephalexin | 167 | 112 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 158 | 52 |
| Levofloxacin | 141 | 130 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-22
- Last updated
- 2022-07-19
- Certified
- 2022-07-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Patel's NPI number?
- Rakesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962518837, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rakesh Patel's specialty?
- Rakesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Patel located?
- Rakesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 130 Pablo St, Lakeland, FL 33803-3818.
- What is Rakesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Patel is (863) 284-5941.
- Does Rakesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Rakesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rakesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rakesh Patel's NPI (1962518837) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.