Purvaj Mahendra Patel, MD
Purvaj Mahendra Patel is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Flint, MI with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Purvaj Mahendra Patel, MD has practiced internal medicine for 18+ years, working in independent practice. He has been in practice for 18+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4444 W Bristol Rd Ste 150, Flint, MI 48507-3161
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.02%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan2.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.8%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,310
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,242
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
23,192
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.88M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Mood Disorders.
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — 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 (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.88 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · May 16, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 639295 Dept 93394, Cincinnati, OH 45263-9295
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Purvaj Mahendra Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Purvaj Mahendra Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Flint 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 Purvaj Mahendra Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Flint, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (810) 230-9500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Purvaj Mahendra Patel
Practice Location
4444 W Bristol Rd Ste 150, Flint, MI 48507-3161
Mailing Address
Po Box 639295 Dept 93394, Cincinnati, OH 45263-9295
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