20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Pediatrician in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Ritu Patel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Patel completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Ritu Patel may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Patel's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ritu Patel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Patel in Oakland, 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
Kaiser Permanente
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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 1487732269.
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. Ritu Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Pediatrician near Oakland, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ritu Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael 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
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Is Ritu Patel accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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