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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Katan Patel, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (979) 207-0100.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Emergency 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.
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43119: Migraine with aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J438: Other emphysema
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long COVID
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Post-COVID Syndrome
- Long-Haul COVID
- Chronic COVID
ICD-10 Codes:
- U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Katan Patel may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 207-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Patel in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Katan Patel's Primary Practice
2100 Southbridge Pkwy Ste 650
Birmingham, AL 35209
(979) 207-0100
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 1740628692.
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. Katan Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katan Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Emerson Health 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Katan Patel accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Katan Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katan Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (979) 207-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katan Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (979) 207-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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