Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Meghal Parikh, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Merced, CA
- NPI 1922115856
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 28.1 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2908 G St Ste C
Merced, CA 953402106
(209) 812-1444
fax (209) 812-1446
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 25, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Indiana #01063829A · Missouri #2005011346
- Medicaid (2)
- IN #200868740A · IN #200868740T
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922115856. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,793
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$209,022
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,166 | 560 | $129 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 168 | 168 | $169 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 83 | 75 | $91 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 79 | 29 | $68 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 62 | 38 | $64 | |
96415 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, each additional hour | 62 | 15 | $30 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 60 | 15 | $139 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 57 | 35 | $29 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 45 | 33 | $11 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 11 | 11 | $112 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 179. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$152
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $54.27 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $43.09 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $28.40 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $26.01 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,005
Patients
946
Total drug cost
$951,065
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 707 | 201 | $43,761 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 512 | 170 | $30,961 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 350 | 106 | $15,226 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 314 | 114 | $19,333 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 192 | 57 | $17,167 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 172 | 64 | $4,182 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 170 | 57 | $4,707 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 87 | 33 | $510 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 87 | 33 | $2,254 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 86 | 24 | $21,958 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Meghal Parikh's medical specialty?
Dr. Meghal Parikh practices Rheumatology Physician in Merced, CA.
Where does Dr. Meghal Parikh practice?
Dr. Meghal Parikh practices at 2908 G St Ste C, Merced, CA 953402106. Office phone: 2098121444.
What is Dr. Meghal Parikh's NPI?
Dr. Meghal Parikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922115856, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Meghal Parikh accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Meghal Parikh accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Meghal Parikh commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.