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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Internist in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Dhirendra Patel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (217) 877-9775.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Calcutta / Medical College | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Patel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dhirendra Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Patel diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Patel. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhirendra Patel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 877-9775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Patel in Decatur, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hearth Hospice
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dhirendra Patel?
Dr. Patel has appointments available at his Decatur, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306837471.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Dhirendra Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Internist near Decatur, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dhirendra Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Dhirendra Patel accepting new patients in Decatur, IL?
Yes, Dr. Dhirendra Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhirendra Patel offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Patel, or call (217) 877-9775 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Dhirendra Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (217) 877-9775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dhirendra Patel have?
Dr. Dhirendra Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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