Medicare Enrolled
Niral Patel, PA
Dermatology · Linden, NJ
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Patel
Niral Patel is a dermatology specialist in Linden, NJ, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Patel performed 3,723 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Patel received a total of $916 from 14 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 39 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Patel is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 18 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 7% volume in NJ
$916 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗3,723
Medicare services
Top 7% in NJ for dermatology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$20
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
251 | $56 | $418 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
187 | $8 | $23 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
186 | $10 | $32 |
| Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level test A blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found in many body tissues. It helps assess tissue damage or disease. |
186 | $6 | $18 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
184 | $4 | $14 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
183 | $8 | $9 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
171 | $7 | $22 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
164 | $10 | $32 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
163 | $13 | $40 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
163 | $7 | $20 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
138 | $29 | $89 |
| COVID-19 antibody test A blood test that detects antibodies to the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. It provides a qualitative or semi-quantitative result to indicate whether antibodies are present. |
79 | $44 | $136 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
69 | $16 | $50 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
66 | $10 | $29 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
65 | $24 | $116 |
| Lipoprotein (a) level | 65 | $14 | $43 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
65 | $10 | $48 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
61 | $55 | $297 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
57 | $9 | $27 |
| Total T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the total amount of triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. T3 is a thyroid hormone that helps regulate metabolism and energy levels. |
54 | $14 | $43 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
52 | $15 | $45 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
52 | $13 | $41 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
52 | $14 | $44 |
| Iron level test | 52 | $6 | $19 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
52 | $9 | $26 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
52 | $40 | $124 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
51 | $4 | $13 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
49 | $6 | $20 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
48 | $2 | $7 |
| Insulin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of insulin in your body. |
47 | $11 | $34 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
43 | $36 | $161 |
| Expiratory airflow and volume test A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed at which you can breathe it out. It evaluates lung function by assessing expiratory airflow and volume. |
38 | $20 | $92 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
36 | $5 | $16 |
| C-peptide level test A blood test that measures the amount of C-peptide, a protein produced along with insulin, to help evaluate insulin production and diabetes management. |
36 | $20 | $62 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
35 | $6 | $17 |
| Stool test for blood to screen for colon tumors A test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood, which is used to screen for colon tumors. |
33 | $4 | $13 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
30 | $72 | $220 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
30 | $34 | $104 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
29 | $50 | $154 |
| Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 29 | $18 | $63 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
28 | $60 | $585 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
26 | $74 | $444 |
| Respiratory virus nucleic acid test, 3-5 targets A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid detection to identify multiple types or subtypes of respiratory viruses. The test analyzes 3 to 5 specific viral targets. |
25 | $140 | $428 |
| X-ray of entire middle and lower spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the entire middle and lower spine to visualize the bones and structures in these areas. |
24 | $53 | $244 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
24 | $38 | $174 |
| Annual intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, 15 minutes A yearly, in-person session focused on intensive behavioral therapy to help manage cardiovascular disease. The session lasts for 15 minutes and is conducted with the patient individually. |
24 | $24 | $84 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
21 | $37 | $131 |
| Chlamydia and gonorrhea DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA probe technology to detect the presence of chlamydia and gonorrhea bacteria in a sample. |
20 | $69 | $210 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
20 | $25 | $77 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
19 | $73 | $368 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
18 | $47 | $425 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
17 | $13 | $267 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
16 | $85 | $420 |
| Syphilis test A blood test used to detect antibodies or antigens associated with syphilis infection. |
13 | $4 | $13 |
| Psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes Administration of psychological or neuropsychological testing for the first 30 minutes. |
13 | $30 | $141 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
12 | $24 | $83 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$916
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $229/year across 4 years
Top 29% in NJ for dermatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
14
Companies
39
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$362
2023
$107
2022
$110
2021
$337
Payments by company (2024)
MedShape, Inc.
$190
DJO, LLC
$68
Kedrion Biopharma, Inc.
$25
Bioventus LLC
$23
Hologic Sales and Service, LLC
$22
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$18
PFIZER INC.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 78.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$223
MedShape, Inc.
$190
Lilly USA, LLC
$113
Genentech USA, Inc.
$69
DJO, LLC
$68
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$46
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$45
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$43
Kedrion Biopharma, Inc.
$25
Bioventus LLC
$23
Hologic Sales and Service, LLC
$22
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$18
PFIZER INC.
$15
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$15
Top 3 companies account for 57.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
APTIMA · AREXVY · Albuked · CMF · DynaNail · GARDASIL 9 · GELSYN-3 · INJECTAFER · JARDIANCE · MOUNJARO · Ozempic · PREVNAR 20 · Rybelsus · TRULICITY · Veozah · Xofluza
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Geographic Context
Dermatologists in nearby ZIP areas
503
County median income
$100,117
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AT RAHWAY
2.5 mi
2.5 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Patel is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in NJ), with 18 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Patel experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Patel performed 251 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Patel receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Patel received a total of $916 from 14 companies across 39 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Patel's costs compare to other dermatologists in Linden?
Patel's average Medicare payment per service is $20. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Patel) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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