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Dr. Ricky Patel, DO

Anniston, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Ricky Patel, DO is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Anniston, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Patel is fluent in English 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 (256) 294-7010.

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

    Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Patel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
    • Laparoscopic Colpopexy
    • Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
    • Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
    • Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
    • Medication Implant Placement
    • Bioresorbable Drug Implant
    • Contraceptive Implant Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
    • Urodynamic Study
    • Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 294-7010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Patel in Anniston, AL 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 Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Ricky Patel's Primary Practice

    901 Leighton Ave Ste 103

    Anniston, AL 36207

    (256) 294-7010

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    Dr. Ricky Patel's Practice 2

    355 S 2nd St

    Gadsden, AL 35901

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    What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A 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 1992251789.

    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. Ricky Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Anniston, AL.

    What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.

    Is Dr. Ricky Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Rmc Anniston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Ricky Patel accepting new patients in Anniston, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ricky Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricky Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (256) 294-7010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricky Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (256) 294-7010 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's offices are located in Anniston, AL and Gadsden, AL.