Jignesh Patel, MD
NPI 1962639419 · Internal Medicine Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jignesh Patel, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1962639419).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962639419
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD443204 (PA)
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
17 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
939 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 518 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 128 | $76 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 96 | $112 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 94 | $161 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 75 | $108 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 28 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 35 | 34 |
| Prednisone | 32 | 32 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 32 | 28 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 27 | 26 |
| Cephalexin | 22 | 21 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 21 | 16 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$247 across 10 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
- 2009-06-11
- Last updated
- 2011-10-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jignesh Patel's NPI number?
- Jignesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962639419, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jignesh Patel's specialty?
- Jignesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jignesh Patel located?
- Jignesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601-4804.
- What is Jignesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jignesh Patel is (814) 937-5443.
- Does Jignesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Jignesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jignesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Jignesh Patel's NPI (1962639419) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.