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Dr. Akshay Patel, DO

Hartford, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Akshay Patel, DO is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Gujarati, 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 (860) 493-1950.

    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 Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, 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:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Skin Malignancy
    • Skin Neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4490: Unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
    • Voice box biopsy
    • Throat biopsy with scope
    • Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
    • Parotidectomy
    • Salivary gland tumor removal
    • Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
    • Lateral parotidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 493-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Patel in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Akshay Patel's Primary Practice

    85 Seymour St Ste 318

    Hartford, CT 06106

    (860) 493-1950

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    Dr. Akshay Patel's Practice 2

    988 Silas Deane Hwy

    Wethersfield, CT 06109

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    Dr. Akshay Patel's Practice 3

    300 Queen St Uppr

    Southington, CT 06489

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    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 1578689956.

    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. Akshay Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Hartford, CT.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is this Dr. Akshay Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Midstate Medical Center, William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Hartford Healthcare Manchester Memorial 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

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    Is Akshay Patel accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Akshay Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akshay Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (860) 493-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akshay Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (860) 493-1950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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