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Dr. Nila Patel, MD

Pediatrician

Staten Island, NY

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Pediatrician in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Nila Patel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. She has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed her residency at Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Pediatrics. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (718) 948-2633.

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

    • Residency: Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Pediatrics | St Vincent Charity Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University Program

    • Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)

    Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Nila Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

    Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65192: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, left ear

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 948-2633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Staten Island, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Nila Patel's Primary Practice

    3768 Richmond Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10312

    (718) 948-2633

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    What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A 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 1255391207.

    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. Nila Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Pediatrician near Staten Island, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nila Patel accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Nila Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (718) 948-2633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nila Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (718) 948-2633 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's office is located in Staten Island, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nila Patel have?

    Dr. Nila Patel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.