VP
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in North Reading, MA?
Dr. Vasantbhai Patel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Reading, MA. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Patel graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Faroese, Gujarati, Hindi, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (978) 664-4600.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Agartala Government Medical College | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Faroese
Gujarati
Hindi
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vasantbhai Patel may include:
Please contact Dr. Patel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 664-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in North Reading, MA?
Dr. Patel in North Reading, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Vasantbhai Patel's Primary Practice
21 Main St Ste 3A
North Reading, MA 01864
(978) 664-4600
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 1811900442.
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. Vasantbhai Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near North Reading, MA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Vasantbhai Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Winchester Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Beverly Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vasantbhai Patel accepting new patients in North Reading, MA?
Yes, Dr. Vasantbhai Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vasantbhai Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (978) 664-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vasantbhai Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (978) 664-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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