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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ritu Patel, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, 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 (713) 464-0236.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritu Patel may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (713) 464-0236 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Patel in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Ritu Patel's Primary Practice
1170 Blalock Rd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 464-0236
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 1730421751.
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. Ritu Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Ritu Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ritu Patel accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (713) 464-0236 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (713) 464-0236 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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