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Who is Dr. Patel, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Rockford, IL?
Dr. Alpa Patel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL. Dr. Patel graduated from Pramukhswami Medical College and completed her residency at Hennepin County Medical Center Program. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Guarani, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (309) 662-9709.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hennepin County Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sardar Patel Med Coll, Rajasthan University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India | Pramukhswami Medical College
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Guarani
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alpa 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?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
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 1356543375.
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. Alpa Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Rockford, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Alpa Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Patel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alpa Patel accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alpa Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alpa Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (309) 662-9709 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alpa Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (309) 662-9709 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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