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DR. BHASKAR S. PALEKAR M.D.
NPI 1750329322
Internal Medicine in Lewes, DE

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1526 SAVANNAH RD, LEWES, DE 19958(302) 645-1805(302) 645-5895 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Bhaskar S. Palekar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BHASKAR S. PALEKAR M.D. (NPI 1750329322) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lewes, Delaware, licensed in Delaware (C1001519) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1971).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750329322
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BHASKAR S. PALEKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address1526 SAVANNAH RDLewes, DE 19958-1683
Mailing Address1526 Savannah RdLewes, DE 19958-1683 · (302) 645-1805 · Fax (302) 645-5895
Phone(302) 645-1805
Fax(302) 645-5895
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1971
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 2011
✔ NPI 1750329322 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in DE · C1001519
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.
1526 SAVANNAH RD, Lewes, DE 19958
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINB66355DE
Medicare PIN000H16B65DE
Medicaid0000195001DE
Other110035209DE · Railroad Medicare Indiv

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, 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

Dr. Bhaskar S. Palekar M.d. 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 ID2769573153
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090820000858
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Bhaskar Palekar reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Beebe Physician Network, Inc.
0.1 mi
Internal Medicine
1515 SAVANNAH RD
Lewes, DE 19958
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Delaware enrollment
  • 382 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730133992 (302) 313-2300
Tidalhealth Physician Network, Inc.
25 mi
Family Medicine
801 MIDDLEFORD RD
Seaford, DE 19973
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Delaware enrollment
  • 179 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467534636 (302) 629-5217

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 15

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, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
3,180 services36 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.
1,178 services656 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
394 services394 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
277 services214 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
71 services39 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496
Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
43 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Salisbury, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210019
Location100 East Carroll AvenueSalisbury, MD 21801 · Wicomico County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19958 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
$131.15 typical visit price
range $57.12 – $173.08
Typical copayment $32.78 (range $14.28 – $43.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.68 typical visit price
range $18.36 – $141.05
Typical copayment $25.17 (range $4.59 – $35.26)
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.

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

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
82%682 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
40%160 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%7,246 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
79%592 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%511 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
57%1,376 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%770 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
99%1,376 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
10%1,376 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
23%1,376 patients
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
18 suppliers81 claims254 services$6.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
16 suppliers28 claims49 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers21 claims21 services$43.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers28 claims28 services$16.95 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
2 suppliers29 claims29 services$83.08 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 4

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

DR. CARLTON BOXHILL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
1526 SAVANNAH RD
LEWES, DE 19958
Sussex County (302) 645-2244
DR. ODETTE DELA CRUZ EVANGELISTA M.D.
Internal Medicine
1526 SAVANNAH RD
LEWES, DE 19958
Sussex County (302) 645-1806
PALEKAR AND ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Internal Medicine
1526 SAVANNAH RD
LEWES, DE 19958
Sussex County (302) 645-1805
TIDALHEALTH PHYSICIAN NETWORK, INC.
Internal Medicine
1526 SAVANNAH RD
LEWES, DE 19958
Sussex County (302) 645-1805

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 Bhaskar Palekar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhaskar Palekar is 1750329322. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Bhaskar Palekar located?

Bhaskar Palekar practices at 1526 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 19958. The listed phone number is (302) 645-1805.

What is Bhaskar Palekar's specialty?

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

Is Bhaskar Palekar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhaskar Palekar 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 Bhaskar Palekar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bhaskar Palekar reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Beebe Physician Network, Inc. (Lewes, DE) and Tidalhealth Physician Network, Inc. (Seaford, DE). 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 Bhaskar Palekar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bhaskar Palekar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 1 other insurer list Bhaskar Palekar 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 Bhaskar Palekar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhaskar Palekar is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhaskar Palekar was last updated on March 18, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.