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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, 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 (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 an Obstetrician like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Fetal Growth Screening
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
- Baby growth check
- Fetal growth restriction screening
- Screening for small baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
- Z364: Encounter for antenatal screening for fetal growth retardation
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
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, 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:
- Postpartum Depression Screening
- Maternal Depression Check
- PPD Screening
- New Mother Depression Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1332: Encounter for screening for maternal depression
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Patel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Partial Hysterectomy (Abdominal)
- Hysterectomy
- Supracervical Hysterectomy
- Subtotal Hysterectomy
CPT Codes:
- 58180: Supracervical abdominal hysterectomy (subtotal hysterectomy), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Fibroid Removal
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Fibroid Removal
- Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
- Uterine Polyp Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58561: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with removal of leiomyomata
Also known as:
- Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
- Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
- Hysterosalpingography Prep
- Uterine Contrast Injection
CPT Codes:
- 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Oscar Health
Unknown
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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.
What does an Obstetrician do?
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.
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, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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 an Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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