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Dr. Sheila Patel, MD

Vista, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Vista, CA?

    Dr. Sheila Patel, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Patel completed her residency at Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine. 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 (760) 814-2045.

    Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:

    • 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Sheila 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 (760) 814-2045 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Vista, CA?

    Dr. Patel in Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Patel's Primary Practice

    161 Thunder Dr

    Vista, CA 92083

    (760) 814-2045

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    Dr. Sheila Patel's Practice 2

    4002 Vista Way

    Oceanside, CA 92056

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    90% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Sheila Patel an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Patel has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Patel, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    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 1720089329.

    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. Sheila Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Vista, CA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sheila Patel accepting new patients in Vista, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Sheila Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (760) 814-2045 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sheila Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (760) 814-2045 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sheila Patel have?

    Dr. Sheila Patel is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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