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Dr. Nishit Patel, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Nishit Patel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (800) 562-2945.

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nishit 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 (800) 562-2945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Dallas, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Nishit Patel's Primary Practice

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd

    Dallas, TX 75390

    (800) 562-2945

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    Dr. Nishit Patel's Practice 2

    1935 Medical District Dr

    Dallas, TX 75235

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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 1447561469.

    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. Nishit Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dallas, TX.

    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. Nishit Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Mckinney Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Medical City Dallas Hospital 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 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. Nishit Patel accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Nishit Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (800) 562-2945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (800) 562-2945 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's office is located in Dallas, TX.