Pretesh Ramanial Patel, MD
Pretesh Ramanial Patel is a Radiation Oncology Radiology specialist based in Durham, NC with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Pretesh Ramanial Patel, MD has practiced radiology for 18+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Duke University School of Medicine (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 25% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2480dNPPES updated 2019-08-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.17%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.1 pts)
9.17% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
208
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
132
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
349
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
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, Cancer, 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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$593 received from industry
5 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 Pretesh Ramanial Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Duke University School of Medicine
18 years in practice
Experienced
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Taxonomy: 2085R0001X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
Po Box 63362, Charlotte, NC 28263-3362
Differs from practice location
Virtual Radiation Oncology Care With Pretesh Ramanial Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Pretesh Ramanial Patel for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Durham 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 Pretesh Ramanial Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 684-8111.
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
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710-2000
Mailing Address
Po Box 63362, Charlotte, NC 28263-3362
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