23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Medical Oncologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Neil Patel, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. 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 (916) 295-5700.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
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 Medical Oncologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Neil Patel may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (916) 295-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Patel in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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 1992817613.
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. Neil Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Medical Oncologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Neil Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Uc Davis 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore 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 Neil Patel accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Neil Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (916) 295-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (916) 295-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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