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39 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Patel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Carson, CA?
Dr. Bharatkuman Patel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from J J M Medical College and completed his residency at MERCY HOSPITAL. 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 (562) 988-7108.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: J J M Medical College | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Bharatkuman Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 988-7108 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Patel in Carson, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Bharatkuman Patel's Primary Practice
824 E Carson St Ste 104
Carson, CA 90745
(562) 988-7108
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 1427019983.
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. Bharatkuman Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Carson, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Bharatkuman Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Patel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Uci Health - Lakewood, Coast Plaza Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bharatkuman Patel accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bharatkuman Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bharatkuman Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (562) 988-7108 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bharatkuman Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (562) 988-7108 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bharatkuman Patel have?
Dr. Bharatkuman Patel is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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