DR. VIVEK J BHAKTARAM MD
NPI 1760588545
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Oklahoma City, OK
NPI Status: Active since September 16, 2006
Contact Information
5224 E I 240 SERVICE RD STE 100
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
ZIP 73135
Phone: (405) 608-3800
Fax: (405) 972-7592
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 42
- Internal Medicine
- Interventional Cardiology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About VIVEK BHAKTARAM
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Vivek Bhaktaram, an internist established in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in interventional cardiology and more than 42 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1760588545 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RI0011X with license number 18912 (OK). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.
- NPI
- 1760588545
- Provider Name
- DR. VIVEK J BHAKTARAM MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 5224 E I 240 SERVICE RD STE 100 OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73135
- Location Phone
- (405) 608-3800
- Location Fax
- (405) 972-7592
- Mailing Address
- 7800 NW 85TH TER OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73132
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1984
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-16-2006
- Last Update Date
- 06-06-2022
- Code Navigator
An internist like Vivek Bhaktaram is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Interventional Cardiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RI0011X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 18912
- License State
- OK
- Taxonomy Description
- An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207R00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 18912 (OK) |
| 2 | 207RC0000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 18912 (OK) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Advantage Bronze PPO? 202 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Bronze PPO? 203 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Bronze PPO? Standard - PPO
- Blue Advantage Gold PPO? 309 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Gold PPO? 604 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Gold PPO? Standard - PPO
- Blue Advantage Silver PPO? 204 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Silver PPO? 501 - PPO
- Blue Advantage Silver PPO? Standard - PPO
- Blue Preferred Bronze PPO? Standard - PPO
- Ascension St. John Empower Silver - HMO
- Ascension St. John Empower Silver Standardized - HMO
- CommunityCare Bronze IH223 - HMO
- CommunityCare Bronze IH224 - HMO
- CommunityCare Catastrophic - HMO
- CommunityCare Expanded Bronze Standardized - HMO
- CommunityCare Gold IH221 - HMO
- CommunityCare Gold L21 - HMO
- CommunityCare Gold Standardized - HMO
- CommunityCare Silver L21 - HMO
- Balance by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Balance by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - PPO
- Balance by Medica Bronze Premier - EPO
- Balance by Medica Bronze Premier - PPO
- Balance by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Balance by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - PPO
- Balance by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Balance by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - PPO
- Balance by Medica Gold Share - EPO
- Balance by Medica Gold Share - PPO
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Bronze 4950 ($0 DPC + $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Gold $0 Ded ($0 DPC $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Silver 2300 ($0 DPC + $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Bronze (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Bronze) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Gold (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Gold) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Silver (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Silver) - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100103390A | MEDICAID (05) | OK | |
| P00196086 | OTHER (01) | OK | MEDICARE RAILROAD |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Vivek Bhaktaram is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Vivek Bhaktaram is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 4981654357
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050125000175
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Coronary angioplasty and stenting
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function
Coronary angioplasty and stenting is a procedure to open narrowed or blocked heart arteries. A thin tube is inserted into a blood vessel, usually in the leg or arm, and guided to the heart. A small balloon at the end of the tube is inflated to widen the artery. A stent, a small wire mesh tube, may be placed in the artery to keep it open.
This service was performed for 12 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 23 times for 20 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 340 times for 215 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 347 times for 211 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.
This service was performed 35 times for 35 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 34 times for 15 patientsA heart rhythm review involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity for more than 48 hours up to 7 days. Using a device called an external EKG, doctors can track your heartbeats to detect irregularities and help diagnose heart conditions.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsHospital 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.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 27 times for 27 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 26 times for 26 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
This service was performed 612 times for 461 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
This service was performed 209 times for 173 patientsAn ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsThis is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
This service was performed 50 times for 49 patientsThis is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
This service was performed 85 times for 83 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $30.76 for a new patient copayment and $23.56 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 73135 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $123.06
- Minimum New Patient Price $53
- Maximum New Patient Price $162.61
- Average New Patient Copayment $30.76
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.25
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.65
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $94.27
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.68
- Maximum Established Patient Price $132.4
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.56
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.17
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.1
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Vivek Bhaktaram is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - OKLAHOMA CITY | 1000 NORTH LEE AVENUE OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73101 | (405) 272-7000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - SHAWNEE | 1102 W MACARTHUR SHAWNEE, OK 74804 | (405) 273-2270 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| OKLAHOMA HEART HOSPITAL, LLC | 4050 WEST MEMORIAL ROAD OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73120 | (405) 608-3200 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| OKLAHOMA HEART HOSPITAL SOUTH, LLC | 5200 EAST I-240 SERVICE ROAD OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73135 | (405) 628-6000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1760588545, we treat the final digit (5) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 16 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1760588545, enumerated as an "individual" on September 16, 2006.
The provider is located at 5224 E I 240 SERVICE RD STE 100 OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73135 and the phone number is (405) 608-3800.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RI0011X and a focus in Interventional Cardiology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Vivek Bhaktaram is affiliated with: SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - OKLAHOMA CITY, SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA HEART HOSPITAL, LLC and OKLAHOMA HEART HOSPITAL SOUTH, LLC.
