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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Internist in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Ricky Patel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, 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 (718) 250-6604.
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 Internist, 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ricky Patel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (718) 250-6604 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Patel in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
HealthScope
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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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 1649633173.
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. Ricky Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Internist near Cedar Rapids, IA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ricky Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ricky Patel accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricky Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (718) 250-6604 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricky Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (718) 250-6604 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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