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Dr. Saurabh Patel, MD, PHD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatrician, Gastroenterologist

San Francisco, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Saurabh Patel, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Patel graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (415) 600-0770.

    Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

    Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Underweight
    • Body Weight
    • Low body weight
    • Below healthy weight
    • Malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R636: Underweight

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Patel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-0770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Patel in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Coastal

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Molina Healthcare

    • North East Medical Services

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Saurabh Patel's Primary Practice

    3700 California St

    San Francisco, CA 94118

    (415) 600-0770

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    What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A 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 1447440573.

    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. Saurabh Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Saurabh Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Novato Community Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Saurabh Patel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saurabh Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saurabh Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 600-0770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Saurabh Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 600-0770 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's office is located in San Francisco, CA.