Kevin Kumar Patel, M.D.
Kevin Kumar Patel is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Charlotte, NC with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
Kevin Kumar Patel, M.D. has been part of the Charlotte medical community since 2007 in group practice. He has been in practice for 20+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.07/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 29% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
125 Queens Rd Ste 430, Charlotte, NC 28204-3579
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202394.07/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.96%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
3.96% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
602
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
396
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,523
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.81M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 Cancer.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$218 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Kevin Kumar Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Kevin Kumar Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kevin Kumar Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Charlotte 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 Kevin Kumar Patel
NPI records show Dr. Patel as active with telehealth listed in Charlotte, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (980) 302-6300.
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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Practice Location
125 Queens Rd Ste 430, Charlotte, NC 28204-3579
Mailing Address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
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