Meghal Parikh, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Meghal Parikh, MD in person in Merced or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1197dNPPES updated 2023-01-25 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2908 G St Ste C, Merced, CA 95340-2106
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202328.06/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-55.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.27%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
2.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.6%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
667
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
667
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,236
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.81M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+3%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$152 received from industry
6 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 Meghal Parikh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 24, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
29 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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 200039
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Meghal Parikh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Meghal Parikh for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Merced 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 Meghal Parikh
NPI records show Dr. Parikh as active with telehealth listed in Merced, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (209) 812-1444.
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 Meghal Parikh
Practice Location
2908 G St Ste C, Merced, CA 95340-2106
Mailing Address
2908 G St Ste C, Merced, CA 95340-2106
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