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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Patel, Cardiologist in Covina, CA?
Dr. Prakashchandra Patel, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Covina, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (626) 332-1815.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Bhagalpur
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Prakashchandra Patel may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (626) 332-1815 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Covina, CA?
Dr. Patel in Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Prakashchandra Patel's Primary Practice
315 N 3rd Ave Ste 306
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 332-1815
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 1902987613.
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. Prakashchandra Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Cardiologist near Covina, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Prakashchandra 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: Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital, Emanate Health Queen Of The Valley Hospital. 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
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Is Prakashchandra Patel accepting new patients in Covina, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prakashchandra Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prakashchandra Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (626) 332-1815 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prakashchandra Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (626) 332-1815 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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