Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nikunj Patel, M.D.
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1659342723
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10666 N Torrey Pines RD
La Jolla, CA 920371027
(858) 554-2626 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 7, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A83760
- Medicaid
- CA #00A837600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659342723. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,217
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$976,259
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 1,938 | 19 | $0 | |
A9502 |
Technetium tc-99m tetrofosmin, diagnostic, per study dose | 344 | 172 | $96 | |
A9595 |
Piflufolastat f-18, diagnostic, 1 millicurie | 234 | 23 | $614 | |
A9552 |
Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 214 | 201 | $353 | |
78815 |
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan | 200 | 189 | $1,833 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 172 | 172 | $504 | |
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 121 | 117 | $9 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 109 | 109 | $79 | |
A9555 |
Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries | 86 | 44 | $512 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 74 | 74 | $22 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in La Jolla Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 273. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,406
Transactions
30
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telix Pharmaceuticals | 9 | $2,215.72 | |
| Ge Healthcare | 9 | $461.81 | |
| Barco, INC. | 2 | $173.53 | |
| Philips North America LLC | 2 | $150.26 | |
| Siemens Medical Solutions USA, INC. | 1 | $139.86 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $121.22 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo INC. | 2 | $44.02 | |
| United Imaging Healthcare North America LLC | 1 | $35.23 | |
| TerSera Therapeutics LLC | 1 | $35.00 | |
| Avid Radiopharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $29.54 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nikunj Patel's medical specialty?
Dr. Nikunj Patel practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Nikunj Patel practice?
Dr. Nikunj Patel practices at 10666 N Torrey Pines RD, La Jolla, CA 920371027. Office phone: 8585542626.
What is Dr. Nikunj Patel's NPI?
Dr. Nikunj Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659342723, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nikunj Patel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nikunj Patel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nikunj Patel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Technetium tc-99m tetrofosmin, diagnostic, per study dose (HCPCS A9502); Piflufolastat f-18, diagnostic, 1 millicurie (HCPCS A9595). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.