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KUNAL PATEL MD
NPI 1508354226
Internal Medicine in Macon, GA

Active since April 27, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

NPPES record last updated: August 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 31, 2026, Jan 20, 2022, Aug 1, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Kunal Patel Md NPPES

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

KUNAL PATEL MD (NPI 1508354226) is an individual internal medicine provider in Macon, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (88474) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Healthcare, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508354226
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKUNAL PATELCredential: MD
Location Address764 PINE STMacon, GA 31201
Mailing Address777 Hemlock StMacon, GA 31201-2102 · (478) 633-1721
Phone(478) 633-1721
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 31, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 31, 2026
✔ NPI 1508354226 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 88474✔ Licensed in CA · A203052✔ Licensed in NC · 2026-03357
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
764 PINE ST, Macon, GA 31201
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12500 Grant RdMountain View, CA 94040-4302 · Phone (650) 940-7000
Location 24800 S Croatan HwyNags Head, NC 27959-9704 · Phone (252) 449-4500

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kunal 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 ID8729339601
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210624001220
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Kunal Patel reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cogent Healthcare Of Georgia PC
4.3 mi
Internal Medicine
400 CHARTER BLVD
Macon, GA 31210
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 635 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609827823 (478) 757-8200
Houston Hospitalist Group LLC
15 mi
Hospitalist
1601 WATSON BLVD
Warner Robins, GA 31093
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 150 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1962040147 (478) 922-4281
Peach Physician Services, PC
17 mi
Hospitalist
1960 247 CONNECTOR
Byron, GA 31008
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 31 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1235821752 (478) 654-2000
Chronic Disease Management Of Georgia, LLC
66 mi
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
704 BREEDLOVE DR STE A
Monroe, GA 30655
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 146 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1699300939 (888) 772-0076
Hospital Medicine Services Of Ga LLC
159 mi
Hospitalist
4700 WATERS AVE
Savannah, GA 31404
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 169 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1891653655 (912) 350-7020

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
488 services198 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.
299 services131 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.
165 services159 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.
119 services116 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
107 services95 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Houston Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Warner Robins, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110069
Location1601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 · Houston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Navicent Peach

Critical Access Hospitals · Byron, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number111310
Location1960 Highway 247 ConnectorByron, GA 31008 · Peach County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31201 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers29 claims29 services$17.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers29 claims29 services$91.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

ELISA PRATIMA MOHAN MD
Internal Medicine
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 301-5824
DR. BYRON ANGELI BROOKS JR. MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1056
DORNER LEE CARMICHAEL PA-C
Physician Assistant
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1696
LISA MARIAN KING M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1056
DR. ALEXANDER EDWARD TUNNELL PHARMD
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-7397
LAURA MILLER D.O.
Internal Medicine
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1721
ERSKINE A JAMES MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-7045
SUNNY DILIPKUMAR DATTANI DO
Internal Medicine
764 PINE ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 301-5824

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 Kunal Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kunal Patel is 1508354226. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2018.

Where is Kunal Patel located?

Kunal Patel practices at 764 Pine St, Macon, GA 31201. The listed phone number is (478) 633-1721.

What is Kunal Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Kunal Patel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kunal 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kunal Patel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kunal Patel reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Cogent Healthcare Of Georgia PC (Macon, GA), Houston Hospitalist Group LLC (Warner Robins, GA), Peach Physician Services, PC (Byron, GA), Chronic Disease Management Of Georgia, LLC (Monroe, GA) and Hospital Medicine Services Of Ga LLC (Savannah, GA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kunal Patel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kunal Patel accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 2 other insurers list Kunal Patel as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Kunal Patel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kunal Patel is affiliated with Houston Healthcare and Atrium Health Navicent Peach.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kunal Patel was last updated on August 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 52 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.