Kalpesh Patel, MD
NPI 1982707212 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kalpesh Patel, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1982707212).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982707212
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- P1009 (TX)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
347 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 | 73 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 48 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 48 | $131 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 28 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 28 | $168 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 87 | 17 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 53 | 52 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 44 | 16 |
| Omeprazole | 25 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 24 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 20 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$78,638 across 145 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1 Baylor PlzMail Stop Bcm-620Houston, TX 77030-3411Phone: (713) 798-0950
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-05
- Last updated
- 2025-09-18
- Certified
- 2025-09-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kalpesh Patel's NPI number?
- Kalpesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982707212, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kalpesh Patel's specialty?
- Kalpesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kalpesh Patel located?
- Kalpesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030-1608.
- What is Kalpesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kalpesh Patel is (713) 873-8890.
- Does Kalpesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Kalpesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kalpesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Kalpesh Patel's NPI (1982707212) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.