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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Pulmonologist in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Rita Patel, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, 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 (651) 326-3876.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory collapse
- Systemic shock
- Acute circulatory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R578: Other shock
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rita Patel may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (651) 326-3876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Patel in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
HealthPartners
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
Unknown
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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 1316114275.
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. Rita Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Pulmonologist near Saint Paul, MN.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Rita Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rita Patel accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. Rita Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (651) 326-3876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (651) 326-3876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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