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VRUNDA HARESH PATEL
NPI 1710648191
Physician Assistant in Asheville, NC

Active since January 06, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 RIDGEFIELD CT, ASHEVILLE, NC 28806(828) 670-8403 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 8, 2026, Jul 16, 2024, Jan 6, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Vrunda Haresh Patel NPPES

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

VRUNDA HARESH PATEL (NPI 1710648191) is an individual physician assistant in Asheville, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since January 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of Other (2024).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710648191
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameVRUNDA HARESH PATEL
Location Address100 RIDGEFIELD CTAsheville, NC 28806-2270
Mailing Address100 Ridgefield CtAsheville, NC 28806-2270 · (828) 670-8403
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2024
Enumeration DateJanuary 6, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 8, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 8, 2026
✔ NPI 1710648191 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
100 RIDGEFIELD CT, Asheville, NC 28806

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Vrunda Haresh Patel 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 ID4486191772
PECOS Enrollment IDI20260124000250
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 2

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
14 services11 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340002
Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28806 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Physician Assistant
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Physical Therapist
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Genetic Counselor, MS
100 RIDGEFIELD CT, SUITE A
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Internal Medicine
100 RIDGEFIELD CT, SUITE
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Physician Assistant
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Obstetrics & Gynecology
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
Specialist (Research Study)
100 RIDGEFIELD CT
ASHEVILLE, NC 28806

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 Vrunda Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vrunda Patel is 1710648191. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 6, 2022.

Where is Vrunda Patel located?

Vrunda Patel practices at 100 Ridgefield Ct, Asheville, NC 28806. The listed phone number is (828) 670-8403.

What is Vrunda Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Vrunda Patel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vrunda 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.

What insurance does Vrunda Patel accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Cigna Healthcare and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Vrunda 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 Vrunda Patel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vrunda Patel is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vrunda Patel was last updated on October 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.