24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Hitendra Patel, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore, India. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (858) 822-3115.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore, India | University of Pittsburgh | Medical Oncologist | Associate Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Hitendra 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 Dr. Patel treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hitendra Patel may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-3115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Patel in La Jolla, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hackensack Meridian Health
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Hitendra Patel's Primary Practice
3855 Health Sciences Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(858) 822-3115
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 1356327316.
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. Hitendra Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Medical Oncologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hitendra Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Hitendra Patel accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hitendra Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hitendra Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 822-3115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hitendra Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (858) 822-3115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hitendra Patel have?
Dr. Hitendra Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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