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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Nephrologist in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Bipin Patel, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Patel graduated from Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Nephrology; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (518) 842-3803.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Nephrology; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Med Center | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India | Smt Nhl Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University | Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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 Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bipin Patel may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (518) 842-3803 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Patel in Amsterdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Bipin Patel's Primary Practice
2510 Riverfront Ctr
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-3803
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 1285653931.
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. Bipin Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Nephrologist near Amsterdam, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Bipin Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bipin Patel accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bipin Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bipin Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (518) 842-3803 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bipin Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (518) 842-3803 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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