Derek Patel, MD

Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology
  • Regents of the University of California, 3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093, (619) 543-2347
  • Regents of the University of California, 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103, (619) 543-2347

Conditions Treated

  • Abnormal Weight Loss
  • Anal Bleeding
  • Bloating/Gas
  • Acid Reflux/GERD
  • Benign Colon Tumors
  • Blood In Stool

Specialized Treatments

  • Antibody Levels (e.g. IgG, IgM, IgA)
  • Colon Tumor/Polyp Removal (Colonoscopy)
  • Electrolyte Levels (e.g. Magnesium, Phosphorus)
  • Blood Count (CBC)
  • Diagnostic Colonoscopy (With Biopsy)
  • Inflammatory Markers (e.g. CRP, ESR)

Insurances Accepted

Most common in California

Aetna
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
Health Net
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare

Others

Alignment Health Plan
Anthem HealthKeepers
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan
Capital Blue Cross
CDPHP
CMS
Community Health Group
Dignity Health
First Health
Hartford Healthcare
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Health First Colorado
HealthSmart
Highmark
Humana
Medi-Cal
Medica
Meritain Health
MultiPlan
Oscar
Prime Health Services
SCAN Health Plan
Sentara Health Plans
Tricare
UniCare
Valenz Health

Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.