27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Specialist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Kalpana Patel, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and completed her residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (562) 595-5421.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: L Tilak Mun Med Coll, Mumbai University, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | Thane Municipal Corporation Medical College | Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College | University of Bombay | Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana 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
Hindi
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Specialist, 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Specialist, 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Colonoscopy for Bleeding
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 595-5421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Patel in Long Beach, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Kalpana Patel also offers virtual visits
Dr. Kalpana Patel's Primary Practice
3833 Worsham Ave Ste 300
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 595-5421
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 1285641233.
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. Kalpana Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Specialist near Long Beach, CA.
Is this Dr. Kalpana Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Olean General 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
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Is Kalpana Patel accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalpana Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (562) 595-5421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalpana Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (562) 595-5421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kalpana Patel have?
Dr. Kalpana Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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