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Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patankar, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Nikhil Patankar, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patankar is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patankar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patankar’s office at (804) 285-2011.
What languages does Dr. Patankar speak?
Dr. Patankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Patankar treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Patankar 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. Patankar. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- RSV Pneumonia
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV Lung Infection
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Lung Infection
- Viral Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J121: Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Which procedures does Dr. Patankar perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikhil Patankar may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patankar's office.
Does Dr. Patankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Patankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 285-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patankar accept in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Patankar in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Blue Cross
Johns Hopkins
Molina
State of Maryland
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patankar's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Patankar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Nikhil Patankar's Primary Practice
1600 Wallace Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79106
(804) 285-2011
What is Dr. Patankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770863490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patankar
What is Dr. Nikhil Patankar's specialty?
Dr. Patankar is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Amarillo, TX. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Patankar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikhil Patankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patankar is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nikhil Patankar accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Patankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Patankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patankar's office at (804) 285-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Patankar?
Please contact Dr. Patankar's office at (804) 285-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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