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Who is Dr. Patel, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ekta Patel is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (858) 966-4936.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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.
Also known as:
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Ekta Patel may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4936 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Magellan Health Services
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Ekta Patel's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way # 5097
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4936
Dr. Ekta Patel's Practice 2
3030 Childrens Way Ste 111
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4936
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 1164765574.
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. Ekta Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, CA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ekta Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Patel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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
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Is Ekta Patel accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ekta Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ekta Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 966-4936 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ekta Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 966-4936 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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