Ranisha Patel, MD
Ranisha Patel is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Bethesda, MD with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ranisha Patel, MD has been part of the Bethesda medical community since 2008 in group practice. Trained at University of Maryland School of Medicine (class of 2007), she has been practicing for over 19 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1212dNPPES updated 2023-01-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.54%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Maryland0.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
313
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
332
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,234
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $176k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 26, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
19 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
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Baltimore, MD 21220-2004
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500026
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Ranisha Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ranisha Patel for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bethesda 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 Ranisha Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bethesda, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (240) 235-9100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
7315 Wisconsin Ave # 700, Bethesda, MD 20814
Mailing Address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Baltimore, MD 21220-2004
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