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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Nephrologist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, 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.
Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhruvalkumar 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Patel in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1912101502.
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. Dhruvalkumar Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Nephrologist near Newark, DE.
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. Dhruvalkumar Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Dhruvalkumar Patel accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dhruvalkumar Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel have?
Dr. Dhruvalkumar Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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