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Who is Dr. Patel, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nimesh Patel, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Edema
- Hereditary Retinal Dystrophy
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Eye Retina Problem
- Retina Condition
- Vision Disorder
- General Retinal Issue
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Inherited Retinal Disease
- Genetic Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Degeneration
- Familial Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H359: Unspecified retinal disorder
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H3550: Unspecified hereditary retinal dystrophy
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Hb SC Disease
- Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Birth Defect
- Birth Defects
- Retinal Disorder
- Congenital Retinal Anomaly
- Retinal Malformation
- Eye Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q141: Congenital malformation of retina
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Iris Coloboma
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Coloboma
- Keyhole Pupil
- Iris Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q130: Coloboma of iris
Also known as:
- Retinal Pigment Epithelium Dystrophy
- Retinal Disorder
- RPE Dystrophy
- Pigmentary Retinal Dystrophy
- Inherited RPE Disease
- Retinal Pigment Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3554: Dystrophies primarily involving the retinal pigment epithelium
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nimesh Patel may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Patel in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1083029763.
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. Nimesh Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nimesh 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: Boston Childrens Hospital, Mass Eye And Ear - Main Campus. 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 Nimesh Patel accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Nimesh Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nimesh Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nimesh Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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