Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nilam Patel, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) Physician · Bessemer, AL
- NPI 1275610602
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 7 locations .
- Primary practice
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5000 Medical West Way
Bessemer, AL 350227082
(205) 481-7000 - Additional location
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1205 County Road 1466
Cullman, AL 350580795
(256) 739-9711 - Additional location
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1320 Woodfin Ln
Clanton, AL 350458732
(205) 624-2100 - Additional location
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2427 Glasscott PT
Hoover, AL 352266323
(205) 223-9537 - Additional location
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41 Eminence Way Ste C
Pell City, AL 351282337
(205) 624-2100 - Additional location
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450A Century Park S Ste 200
Birmingham, AL 352263910
(205) 624-2100 - Additional location
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615 1St St N
Alabaster, AL 350078892
(205) 624-2100 - Mailing address
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2427 Glasscott PT
Hoover, AL 352266323
Show 4 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 25, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #28169
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275610602. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
742
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$83,642
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 257 | 244 | $166 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 202 | 191 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 196 | 190 | $113 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 87 | 83 | $199 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Bessemer Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 185. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$281
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atricure, INC. | 2 | $261.99 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $18.74 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
684
Patients
674
Total drug cost
$5,570
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 119 | 118 | $344 |
| Naproxen Sodium | Generic | 68 | 67 | $908 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 59 | 59 | $162 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 54 | 54 | $497 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 52 | 52 | $234 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 51 | 49 | $104 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 46 | 46 | $562 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 38 | 38 | $186 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 38 | 38 | $584 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 38 | 37 | $295 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nilam Patel's medical specialty?
Dr. Nilam Patel practices Dermatology Physician in Bessemer, AL.
Where does Dr. Nilam Patel practice?
Dr. Nilam Patel practices at 5000 Medical West Way, Bessemer, AL 350227082. Office phone: 2054817000.
What is Dr. Nilam Patel's NPI?
Dr. Nilam Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275610602, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nilam Patel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nilam Patel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nilam Patel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.