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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Hospitalist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (415) 600-3458.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Class 2 Obesity
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- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Syndrome X
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88810: Metabolic syndrome
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nisha Patel may include:
Please contact Dr. Patel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-3458 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Patel in San Francisco, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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 1770970816.
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. Nisha Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Hospitalist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Nisha Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nisha Patel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 600-3458 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (415) 600-3458 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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