Akeek Bhatt, M.D.
NPI 1962609578 · Gastroenterology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Akeek Bhatt, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1962609578).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962609578
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35097500 (OH)
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
414 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 67 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 59 | $122 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 55 | $225 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 47 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 36 | $88 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 127 | 47 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 82 | 23 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 65 | 60 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 42 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 41 | 11 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 38 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$619 across 17 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
- 2007-06-27
- Last updated
- 2021-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Akeek Bhatt's NPI number?
- Akeek Bhatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962609578, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Akeek Bhatt's specialty?
- Akeek Bhatt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Akeek Bhatt located?
- Akeek Bhatt's practice location on file with NPPES is 410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1240.
- What is Akeek Bhatt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Akeek Bhatt is (614) 293-6255.
- Does Akeek Bhatt accept Medicare?
- Akeek Bhatt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Akeek Bhatt's NPI active?
- Yes — Akeek Bhatt's NPI (1962609578) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.