Shailesh Patel, MD
NPI 1982771994 · Nephrology Physician · Anaheim, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shailesh Patel, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Anaheim, CA (NPI 1982771994).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982771994
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A53811 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 174 | 82 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 139 | 57 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 133 | 47 |
| Furosemide | 111 | 56 |
| Lisinopril | 103 | 42 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 84 | 32 |
| Allopurinol | 68 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
- 2006-11-29
- Last updated
- 2021-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shailesh Patel's NPI number?
- Shailesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982771994, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shailesh Patel's specialty?
- Shailesh Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shailesh Patel located?
- Shailesh Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 441 N Lakeview Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807-3028.
- What is Shailesh Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shailesh Patel is (888) 988-2800.
- Does Shailesh Patel accept Medicare?
- Shailesh Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shailesh Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Shailesh Patel's NPI (1982771994) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.