Maheshkumar Patel, M.D.
NPI 1972581015 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maheshkumar Patel, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1972581015).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972581015
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04350 (GA)
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
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
6,996 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 | 1,231 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,154 | $86 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 752 | $13 |
| Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi, Diagnostic, Per Study DoseA9500 | 516 | $108 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 370 | $177 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 288 | 89 |
| Carvedilol | 219 | 65 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 189 | 64 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 178 | 48 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 175 | 63 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 140 | 49 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$725 across 38 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
- 2006-01-09
- Last updated
- 2024-12-10
- Certified
- 2024-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maheshkumar Patel's NPI number?
- Maheshkumar Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972581015, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maheshkumar Patel's specialty?
- Maheshkumar Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maheshkumar Patel located?
- Maheshkumar Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2300 Manchester Expy Ste 2001, Columbus, GA 31904-6877.
- What is Maheshkumar Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maheshkumar Patel is (706) 323-5552.
- Does Maheshkumar Patel accept Medicare?
- Maheshkumar Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maheshkumar Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Maheshkumar Patel's NPI (1972581015) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.