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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Patel, Internist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel graduated from BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) and completed her residency at Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine. 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 (515) 699-5999.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Lutheran Hospital) Program
Medical School: BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)
Is Dr. Patel board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Internist, 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:
- Incomplete Quadriplegia
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Quadriplegia (C5-C7 Complete)
- Paralysis
- Partial four-limb paralysis
- Incomplete tetraplegia
- Partial quadriplegia
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
- Complete C5-C7 paralysis
- High cervical spinal cord injury
- Four limb paralysis C5-C7
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8252: Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
- G8253: Quadriplegia, C5-C7 complete
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
- L89223: Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 3
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CES', 'Horse's tail syndrome
- Spinal nerve compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- G834: Cauda equina syndrome
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyositis
- Myositis
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Fracture
- Fractures
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Neck Bone
- Cervical Fracture
- Neck Bone Break
- Spinal Fracture in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S129XXA: Fracture of neck, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Genitourinary Organ
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump in urinary tract
- Genitourinary lipoma
- Kidney fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1772: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other genitourinary organ
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nisha Patel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (515) 699-5999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Patel in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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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 1770524316.
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. Nisha Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Internist near Des Moines, IA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nisha Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Patel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Floyd County Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?
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Is Nisha Patel accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (515) 699-5999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (515) 699-5999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nisha Patel have?
Dr. Nisha Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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