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Dr. Nihal Patel, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Hartford, CT
- NPI 1720375090
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.2 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
85 Seymour St Ste 1000
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 246-2571
fax (860) 246-3691
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 17, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #60454
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720375090. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
368
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$47,631
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 101 | 68 | $136 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 56 | 38 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 52 | 52 | $137 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 41 | 41 | $265 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $119 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 36 | 34 | $94 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 18 | 18 | $113 | |
J7050 |
Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc | 14 | 11 | $1 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $111 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Hartford Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,577
Transactions
98
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 14 | $352.68 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 12 | $333.10 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 14 | $317.95 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 11 | $290.58 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 8 | $163.42 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 2 | $162.62 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 2 | $141.60 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 8 | $135.53 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 6 | $134.62 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 7 | $132.63 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $85.65 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 3 | $74.80 | |
| Braintree Laboratories, INC. | 3 | $52.38 | |
| Evoke Pharma, INC. | 3 | $49.52 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $44.48 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
855
Patients
329
Total drug cost
$166,940
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 226 | 59 | $4,023 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 116 | 36 | $96,077 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 98 | 97 | $7,715 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 81 | 30 | $1,587 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 74 | 25 | $1,404 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 61 | 13 | $8,162 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 45 | 45 | $7,736 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 33 | 13 | $858 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 24 | 0 | $713 |
| Lansoprazole | Generic | 23 | 0 | $914 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nihal Patel's medical specialty?
Dr. Nihal Patel practices Gastroenterology Physician in Hartford, CT.
Where does Dr. Nihal Patel practice?
Dr. Nihal Patel practices at 85 Seymour St Ste 1000, Hartford, CT 06106. Office phone: 8602462571.
What is Dr. Nihal Patel's NPI?
Dr. Nihal Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720375090, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nihal Patel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nihal Patel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nihal Patel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.