RAJESH ASHOK PATEL MD
NPI 1538320544
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Vista, CA

Q: What is Rajesh Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rajesh Patel is 1538320544. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2008.

Q: What is Rajesh Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rajesh Patel was last updated on July 12, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.

Active since June 23, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2301 S MELROSE DR, VISTA, CA 92081(414) 708-7764 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 12, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 12, 2023, Feb 1, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Rajesh Ashok Patel Md NPPES

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

RAJESH ASHOK PATEL MD (NPI 1538320544) is an individual pain medicine provider in Vista, California, licensed in Illinois (036133020) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538320544

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameRAJESH ASHOK PATELCredential: MD

Location Address2301 S MELROSE DRVista, CA 92081-8788

Mailing Address2301 S Melrose DrVista, CA 92081-8788 · (760) 385-3031 · Fax (760) 827-3626

Phone(414) 708-7764

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJune 23, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 12, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 12, 2023

✔ NPI 1538320544 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036133020

Definition

An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 036133020 (IL)

Also ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X · License 036133020 (IL)

2301 S MELROSE DR, Vista, CA 92081

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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

Rajesh Ashok 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 ID3476795287

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220824003345

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 16

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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585

Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.

9,400 services18 patients

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

1,164 services45 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

714 services132 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

189 services29 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

95 services95 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

53 services37 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

50 services25 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

49 services33 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

49 services33 patients

Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face 64615

This procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific facial and neck muscles, causing temporary paralysis. This helps reduce muscle activity and can alleviate certain medical conditions. Both sides of the face are treated for a balanced result.

40 services14 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

26 services17 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

25 services22 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

24 services16 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

18 services16 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

18 services16 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

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.

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number140048

Location2320 E 93rd StChicago, IL 60617 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ingalls Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Harvey, IL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number140191

Location1 Ingalls DriveHarvey, IL 60426 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

100%90 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%106 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Osteoarthritis (OA): Function and Pain Assessment

Percentage of patient visits for patients aged 21 years and older with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) with assessment for function and pain

100%106 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pain Assessment and Follow-Up

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present

100%106 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients tobacco: 17% · 106 patients

100%106 patients

Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older

Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months

100%45 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 1% · 90 patients

2%90 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

RAJESH PATEL, M.D., INC.

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)

2301 S MELROSE DR
VISTA, CA 92081

San Diego County (760) 385-3031

BIJAN MATTHEWS DPT

Physical Therapist

2301 S MELROSE DR
VISTA, CA 92081

San Diego County (844) 316-7979

RYAN SCHRADER PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

2301 S MELROSE DR
VISTA, CA 92081

San Diego County (844) 316-7979

TIFFANY WU PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

2301 S MELROSE DR
VISTA, CA 92081

San Diego County (844) 316-7979

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 Rajesh Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rajesh Patel is 1538320544. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2008.

Where is Rajesh Patel located?

Rajesh Patel practices at 2301 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081. The listed phone number is (414) 708-7764.

What is Rajesh Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Rajesh Patel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rajesh 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.

Is Rajesh Patel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rajesh Patel is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital and Ingalls Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rajesh Patel was last updated on July 12, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.