Kunal Nikhil Bhatt, MD
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Kunal Nikhil Bhatt is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY)
Kunal Nikhil Bhatt, MD practices as part of a group advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology specialist practice in Atlanta, GA. A Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) graduate since 2008, he brings 18+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart failure (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 56% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1404dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.35%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better66.2%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-16.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
590
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
460
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,683
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $13.27M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Heart Failure.
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
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$144 received from industry
2 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 Kunal Nikhil Bhatt'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
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Taxonomy: 207RA0001X
Education & Training
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
Emory University Hospital 1364 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30322-1064
Differs from practice location
Virtual Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Care With Kunal Nikhil Bhatt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kunal Nikhil Bhatt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, heart failure monitoring — no travel to Atlanta 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 Kunal Nikhil Bhatt
NPI records show Dr. Bhatt as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 778-5299.
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
1364 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30322-1740
Mailing Address
Emory University Hospital 1364 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30322-1064
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