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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Hospitalist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Vivek Patel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, 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.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Patel may include:
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 Dallas, TX?
Dr. Patel in Dallas, TX 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1164622676.
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. Vivek Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Hospitalist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Vivek Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivek Patel accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek 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 Vivek Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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