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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Internist in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Shirishkumar Patel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (229) 312-4156.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Patel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shirishkumar 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
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shirishkumar 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 (229) 312-4156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Patel in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Shirishkumar Patel's Primary Practice
1201 Pleasant Valley Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(229) 312-4156
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 1477582930.
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. Shirishkumar Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Internist near Owensboro, KY.
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. Shirishkumar Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, Hca Florida Osceola Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shirishkumar Patel accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. Shirishkumar Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirishkumar Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (229) 312-4156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirishkumar Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (229) 312-4156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shirishkumar Patel have?
Dr. Shirishkumar Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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