NP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Surgeon in Columbia, TN?
Dr. Nilay Patel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (931) 381-9338.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
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 Surgeon, 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bedsore
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89894: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
What procedures does Dr. Patel perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Patel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 381-9338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Columbia, TN?
Dr. Patel in Columbia, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
Steris Corporation
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Nilay Patel's Primary Practice
1222 Trotwood Ave Ste 603
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 381-9338
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 1619397957.
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. Nilay Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Surgeon near Columbia, TN. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nilay Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Nilay Patel accepting new patients in Columbia, TN?
Yes, Dr. Nilay Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilay Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (931) 381-9338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilay Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (931) 381-9338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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