Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rakesh Patel, DO
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Salisbury, NC
- NPI 1295712305
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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611 Mocksville Ave
Salisbury, NC 281442705
(704) 633-7220
fax (704) 647-0515
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #200600610
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295712305. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
24,722
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$759,722
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 11,979 | 19 | $42 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 11,503 | 14 | $13 | |
J7050 |
Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc | 288 | 46 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 222 | 113 | $122 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 202 | 106 | $171 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 194 | 38 | $122 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 126 | 18 | $1 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 71 | 26 | $60 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 55 | 22 | $14 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 34 | 20 | $68 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Salisbury Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,060. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,679
Transactions
142
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 7 | $1,124.64 | |
| Amgen INC. | 38 | $541.86 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 16 | $273.34 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 12 | $250.82 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 12 | $203.73 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 8 | $201.13 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 8 | $195.44 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 7 | $179.20 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 11 | $152.94 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $136.80 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 6 | $134.82 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 4 | $93.65 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 3 | $58.14 | |
| Octapharma USA, INC. | 2 | $41.62 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $40.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,844
Patients
685
Total drug cost
$2,115,610
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 789 | 199 | $4,138 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 684 | 163 | $22,470 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 448 | 115 | $12,070 |
| Enbrel Mini (Etanercept) | Brand | 154 | 24 | $1,157,288 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 138 | 61 | $16,110 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 118 | 24 | $7,588 |
| Rinvoq (Upadacitinib) | Brand | 94 | 17 | $627,836 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 71 | 17 | $403 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 62 | 19 | $300 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 51 | 17 | $5,972 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rakesh Patel's medical specialty?
Dr. Rakesh Patel practices Rheumatology Physician in Salisbury, NC.
Where does Dr. Rakesh Patel practice?
Dr. Rakesh Patel practices at 611 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC 281442705. Office phone: 7046337220.
What is Dr. Rakesh Patel's NPI?
Dr. Rakesh Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295712305, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rakesh Patel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rakesh Patel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rakesh Patel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc (HCPCS J7050). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.