Gnanesh R Patel, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Gnanesh R Patel is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Wilkes Barre, PA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Gnanesh R Patel, MD specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Wilkes Barre, PA in independent practice. A Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) graduate since 2008, he brings 18+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.2/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4525dNPPES updated 2014-04-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
150 Mundy St Arthritis Center of Nepa, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-6830
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Pennsylvania on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202391.2/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.6 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.38%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Pennsylvania0.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
784
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
515
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,886
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.10M
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.7k received from industry
150 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Gnanesh R Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc)
18 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (Class of 2008)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gnanesh R Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gnanesh R Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wilkes Barre required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gnanesh R Patel
NPI records show Dr. Patel as active with telehealth listed in Wilkes Barre, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 824-7117.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gnanesh R Patel
Practice Location
150 Mundy St Arthritis Center of Nepa, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-6830
Mailing Address
150 Mundy St Arthritis Center of Nepa, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-6830
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