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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Alok Patel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (415) 476-2188.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alok 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 (415) 476-2188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Patel in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of The Redwoods
Molina Healthcare
North East Medical Services
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
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 1023384054.
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. Alok Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alok Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alok Patel accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alok Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 476-2188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 476-2188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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