Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nisha Patel, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1538304597
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
555 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive, Suite 101
Lake Charles, LA 706015700
(337) 439-0762
fax (337) 439-9253
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 3, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.208021
- Medicaid
- LA #2413309
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538304597. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,477
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$211,901
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 342 | 333 | $240 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 211 | 206 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 188 | 180 | $119 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 186 | 164 | $166 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 181 | 177 | $63 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 64 | 63 | $165 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 59 | 36 | $114 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 49 | 49 | $84 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 34 | 31 | $105 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 31 | 31 | $171 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,960
Transactions
78
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 30 | $465.60 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 4 | $374.34 | |
| QOL Medical, LLC | 5 | $202.77 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 8 | $200.35 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 10 | $175.73 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $169.72 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $79.31 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 3 | $58.88 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc | 2 | $48.14 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $47.35 | |
| AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC. | 3 | $44.15 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $40.44 | |
| IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC | 2 | $29.62 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $23.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
734
Patients
303
Total drug cost
$317,639
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 366 | 160 | $6,641 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 50 | 21 | $713 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 42 | 0 | $11,146 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 38 | 23 | $760 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 31 | 15 | $623 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 30 | 12 | $33,297 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $467 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 25 | 24 | $335 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $1,969 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $4,049 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nisha Patel's medical specialty?
Dr. Nisha Patel practices Gastroenterology Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Nisha Patel practice?
Dr. Nisha Patel practices at 555 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive, Lake Charles, LA 706015700. Office phone: 3374390762.
What is Dr. Nisha Patel's NPI?
Dr. Nisha Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538304597, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nisha Patel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nisha Patel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nisha Patel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.