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Who is Dr. Patel, Obstetrician in Kearny, NJ?
Dr. Meghal Patel, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Kearny, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (908) 757-9555.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Obstetrician, 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:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Fetal Growth Screening
- Nuchal Translucency Screening
- Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Screening
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
- Baby growth check
- Fetal growth restriction screening
- Screening for small baby
- NT scan
- First trimester screening ultrasound
- Screening for Down syndrome
- AFP blood test
- Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein screening
- Neural tube defect screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
- Z364: Encounter for antenatal screening for fetal growth retardation
- Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency
- Z361: Encounter for antenatal screening for raised alphafetoprotein level
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
- Elderly Primigravida Care
- Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O09513: Supervision of elderly primigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Positive Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy
- Confirmed Pregnancy
- Pregnant Result
- Positive HCG Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Group B Strep (GBS) Test
- Strep B Test
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
- Strep B Screening
- GBS Screening in Pregnancy
- Group B Streptococcus Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
- Z3685: Encounter for antenatal screening for Streptococcus B
Also known as:
- Postpartum Depression Screening
- Maternal Depression Check
- PPD Screening
- New Mother Depression Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1332: Encounter for screening for maternal depression
Also known as:
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Mid-pregnancy care
- Second trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling for Chromosomal Issues
- Genetic Counseling
- Chromosomal anomaly screening
- Prenatal genetic screening
- Down syndrome screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z360: Encounter for antenatal screening for chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Other General Family Planning Counseling
- Additional Reproductive Health Advice
- Comprehensive Procreation Guidance
- Advanced Fertility Planning Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3169: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on procreation
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Obstetrician?
As a Obstetrician, procedures performed by an Dr. Meghal Patel may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
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 (908) 757-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Kearny, NJ?
Dr. Patel in Kearny, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
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 1457768038.
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. Meghal Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Obstetrician near Kearny, NJ. A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meghal Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University 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
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Is Meghal Patel accepting new patients in Kearny, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Meghal Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meghal Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (908) 757-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meghal Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (908) 757-9555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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