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Dr. Lena Patel, MD

Anesthesiologist

Poughkeepsie, NY

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Patel, Anesthesiologist in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Lena Patel, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal 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 (845) 901-6664.

    Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Patel board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lena Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

    Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lena 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 (845) 901-6664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Patel in Poughkeepsie, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Lena Patel's Primary Practice

    45 Reade Pl

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

    (845) 901-6664

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    Dr. Lena Patel's Practice 2

    2651 Strang Blvd Ste 100

    Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

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    Dr. Lena Patel's Practice 3

    1561 Route 9W

    Lake Katrine, NY 12449

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    What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A 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 1356495832.

    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. Lena Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is an Anesthesiologist near Poughkeepsie, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Lena Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Patel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Lena Patel accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lena Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lena Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (845) 901-6664 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lena Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (845) 901-6664 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's offices are located in Poughkeepsie, NY, Yorktown Heights, NY, and Lake Katrine, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lena Patel have?

    Dr. Lena Patel is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.