NIRAJ PATEL MD
NPI 1346506730
Hospitalist in Visalia, CA

Active since April 10, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E OAK AVE, VISALIA, CA 93291(559) 737-4700(559) 734-1247 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 3, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Niraj Patel Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

NIRAJ PATEL MD (NPI 1346506730) is an individual hospitalist provider in Visalia, California, licensed in California (A135336) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346506730
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameNIRAJ PATELCredential: MD
Location Address400 E OAK AVEVisalia, CA 93291-5034
Mailing Address305 E Center AveVisalia, CA 93291-6331 · (559) 737-4700 · Fax (559) 734-1247
Fax(559) 734-1247
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 3, 2015
NPI 1346506730 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in CA · A135336
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License A135336 (CA)
400 E OAK AVE, Visalia, CA 93291

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Niraj Patel Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8224260310
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151123001620
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
121 services53 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
37 services17 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
22 services11 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
18 services18 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
18 services18 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93291 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$133.94 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $33.48 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Hospitalist
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Pediatrics
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Family Medicine
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Physician Assistant
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Family Medicine
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 E OAK AVE
VISALIA, CA 93291

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Niraj Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Niraj Patel is 1346506730. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2012.

Where is Niraj Patel located?

Niraj Patel practices at 400 E Oak Ave, Visalia, CA 93291. The listed phone number is (559) 737-4700.

What is Niraj Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Niraj Patel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Niraj Patel is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Niraj Patel was last updated on December 3, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.