Vijay Paudel, MD
NPI 1972596484 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijay Paudel, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1972596484).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972596484
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21636 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
33,021 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 2,449 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 2,421 | $8 |
| Urea Nitrogen Level to Assess Kidney Function, Quantitative84520 | 1,691 | $4 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 1,688 | $5 |
| Blood Sodium Level84295 | 1,684 | $5 |
| Blood Chloride Level82435 | 1,683 | $5 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 58 | 15 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 49 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 31 | 11 |
| Levofloxacin | 21 | — |
| Imatinib Mesylate | 20 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 19 | — |
| Gabapentin | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$305 across 13 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
- 2005-08-30
- Last updated
- 2011-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijay Paudel's NPI number?
- Vijay Paudel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972596484, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijay Paudel's specialty?
- Vijay Paudel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijay Paudel located?
- Vijay Paudel's practice location on file with NPPES is 8121 Rourk St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572-4128.
- What is Vijay Paudel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijay Paudel is (843) 692-5000.
- Does Vijay Paudel accept Medicare?
- Vijay Paudel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijay Paudel's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijay Paudel's NPI (1972596484) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.