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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Internist in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Prakash Patel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (805) 477-6000.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Zimbabwe, Godfrey Huggins Sch of Med, Avondale, Harare | University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Patel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Prakash 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
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Urinary Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Urostomy Care
- Urinary Stoma Management
- Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Prakash Patel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (805) 477-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Patel in Ventura, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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 1396773685.
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. Prakash Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Internist near Ventura, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Prakash Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Prakash Patel accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prakash Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prakash Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (805) 477-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prakash Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (805) 477-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Prakash Patel have?
Dr. Prakash Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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