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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. Dr. Patankar is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patankar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patankar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patankar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikhil Patankar may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Patankar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nikhil Patankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patankar is affiliated with Camc General Hospital, Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Trident Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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 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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