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Dr. Niva Patel, MD

Surgeon, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bellflower, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Surgeon in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Niva Patel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. 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 (303) 338-4545.

    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 Surgeon like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

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

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Niva 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 (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Niva Patel's Primary Practice

    9333 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (303) 338-4545

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    Dr. Niva Patel's Practice 2

    9333 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

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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 1548540263.

    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. Niva Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Surgeon near Bellflower, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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

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    Is Dr. Niva Patel accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Niva Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (303) 338-4545 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's offices are located in Bellflower, CA and Downey, CA.