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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Medford, MA?
Dr. Samir Patel, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Medford, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Patel graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Psychiatry. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (781) 306-6165.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Psychiatry
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Patel board certified in Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Samir Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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 a Geriatric Psychiatrist, 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:
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Vascular Dementia with Agitation
- Vascular Dementia with Mood Swings
ICD-10 Codes:
- F01518: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samir Patel may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (781) 306-6165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Medford, MA?
Dr. Patel in Medford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
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 1457342420.
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. Samir Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Medford, MA. Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samir Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Explore Geriatric Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Samir Patel accepting new patients in Medford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Samir Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (781) 306-6165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (781) 306-6165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Patel have?
Dr. Samir Patel is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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