Dr. Rajiv Patel
Internal Medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 28+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Rajiv Patel, MD,MD PHD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1996, having over 28 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Lewis County General Hospital, Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, Tlc Health Network, Univ Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro, Upmc Altoona. Dr. Rajiv Patel also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Upmc Altoona. Dr. Rajiv Patel accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (814) 889-2866 to request Dr. Rajiv Patel the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Rajiv Patel |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9931154978 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)
Experience
- Over 28 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
- MD PHD
Education and Training
- Dr. Rajiv Patel attended and graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1996.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1063434314
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 24, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Rajiv Patel
Medical Licenses
Dr. Rajiv Patel has been primarily specialized in Cardiovascular Disease for over 28 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
click for detail Cardiovascular Disease An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
| MD07854L | Pennsylvania |
- Other Service Providers / Specialist
click for detail Specialist An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
| 25MA08374000 | New Jersey |
- Other Service Providers / Specialist
click for detail Specialist An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
| ME93131 | Florida |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 248416 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Lewis County General Hospital | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Pottstown, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Gowanda, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Univ Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Altoona, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Upmc Altoona | 90 |
Practice Locations
620 Howard Ave
Altoona, PA 16601-4804
Phone: (814) 889-2866
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, October 14, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Rajiv Patel [NPI: 1063434314]Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)