MP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Body Imaging Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Minesh Patel, MD is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Anesthesiology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (213) 667-4784.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Anesthesiology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Body Imaging Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Minesh Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
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 Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
- Bile Duct Drain Change
- Biliary Drain Replacement
- Bile Duct Catheter Swap
CPT Codes:
- 47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 667-4784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Patel in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Minesh Patel's Primary Practice
4733 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 667-4784
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 1083762058.
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. Minesh Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Body Imaging Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Body Imaging Specialist do?
A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach.
Is this Dr. Minesh Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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 Body Imaging Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Minesh Patel accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Minesh Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Minesh Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (213) 667-4784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Minesh Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (213) 667-4784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Minesh Patel have?
Dr. Minesh Patel is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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