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Who is Dr. Patel, Physiatrist in New Castle, IN?
Dr. Rakesh Patel, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New Castle, IN. Dr. Patel graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (765) 529-0780.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St. George's 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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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 Physiatrist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Rakesh Patel may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (765) 529-0780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in New Castle, IN?
Dr. Patel in New Castle, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unified Group Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Patel's Primary Practice
2200 Forest Ridge Pkwy Ste 310
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 529-0780
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 1821376427.
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. Rakesh Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Physiatrist near New Castle, IN.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Rakesh 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: Hch Hospital 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rakesh Patel accepting new patients in New Castle, IN?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (765) 529-0780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (765) 529-0780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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