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Dr. Kajel Patel, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Rockford, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Kajel Patel, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL 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 (815) 968-0360.

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kajel 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 (815) 968-0360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Rockford, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • The Alliance

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Kajel Patel's Primary Practice

    8201 E Riverside Blvd

    Rockford, IL 61114

    (815) 968-0360

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    Dr. Kajel Patel's Practice 2

    5000 Prairie Rose Dr

    Roscoe, IL 61073

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    Dr. Kajel Patel's Practice 3

    1504 S Galena Ave

    Dixon, IL 61021

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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 1871118083.

    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. Kajel Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rockford, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Javon Bea Hospital – Riverside 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Kajel Patel accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Kajel Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (815) 968-0360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (815) 968-0360 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's offices are located in Rockford, IL, Roscoe, IL, and Dixon, IL.