Shyam Patel, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Shyam Patel is an Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine specialist based in Providence, RI with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Shyam Patel, MD has been part of the Providence medical community since 2015 in independent practice. Trained at Drexel University College of Medicine (class of 2015), he has been practicing for over 11 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 19% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Federal MIPS score higher than 36% of MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1117dNPPES updated 2023-05-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202384.47/100
Rhode Island avg: 78.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.2%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.2% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
467
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
337
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
761
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $11k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (+7%) — 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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ 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.
$4.5k received from industry
101 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 Shyam Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Drexel University College of Medicine
Board certified · May 2, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Taxonomy: 207XS0117X
Education & Training
Drexel University College of Medicine (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
Po Box 1119, Providence, RI 02901-1119
Differs from practice location
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Care With Shyam Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shyam Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Providence 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 Shyam Patel
NPI records show Dr. Patel as active with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 443-4205.
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
2 Dudley St Ste 200, Providence, RI 02905-3248
Mailing Address
Po Box 1119, Providence, RI 02901-1119
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