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Dr. Shivam Patel, DO

Physiatrist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Shivam Patel, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. 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 (858) 657-5272.

    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:

    • Other Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Nervous System Degeneration
    • Neurodegenerative Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3189: Other specified degenerative diseases of nervous system

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Shivam 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 (858) 657-5272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Shivam Patel's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (858) 657-5272

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    What hospitals are Dr. Patel affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Patel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    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 1114551876.

    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. Shivam Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shivam Patel accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Shivam Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 657-5272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 657-5272 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's office is located in San Diego, CA.