Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Medical Oncologist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Shetal Patel, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Patel graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (618) 734-3060.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
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 Medical Oncologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shetal Patel may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (618) 734-3060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Patel in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1881988939.
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. Shetal Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Medical Oncologist near Chapel Hill, NC.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Shetal Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Firsthealth Moore Regional 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
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Is Shetal Patel accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shetal Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shetal Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (618) 734-3060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shetal Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (618) 734-3060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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