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Who is Dr. Patel, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Leandro, CA?
Dr. Bijal Patel, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Leandro, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (925) 463-1318.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Grant Medical College, Univ of Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Is Dr. Patel board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bijal Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Viral Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
- Lung Infection (Viral)
- Atypical Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
- J129: Viral pneumonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Abscess
- Abscess
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic abscess
- Pus in liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- K750: Abscess of liver
Also known as:
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bijal Patel may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (925) 463-1318 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in San Leandro, CA?
Dr. Patel in San Leandro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Bijal Patel's Primary Practice
13851 E 14th St Ste 308
San Leandro, CA 94578
(925) 463-1318
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 1396961777.
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. Bijal Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Leandro, CA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bijal Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Eden 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Bijal Patel accepting new patients in San Leandro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bijal Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bijal Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (925) 463-1318 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bijal Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (925) 463-1318 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bijal Patel have?
Dr. Bijal Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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