Physician Profile

Choudhary BALWAN S. Patel, MD

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About Dr. Patel

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Education & Training

Medical School Other Graduated: 1961

Specialty

Psychiatry (Primary)
Psychiatry (Additional)

Credentials & Licensing

CA licenseC127780
MA license35039
NPI1003843863
NPI issued06/27/2006

License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What is Dr. Patel's specialty?

Dr. Patel is a psychiatrist in Long Beach, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Psychiatry”.

NPI registry

Where can I find Dr. Patel?

Dr. Patel is listed at 4525 E Atherton St, Long Beach, CA 90815. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

How do I contact Dr. Patel?

The number on file is (562) 961-0155. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.

NPI registry

What is the NPI for Dr. Patel?

Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier is 1003843863. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Patel's medical education?

Dr. Patel attended Other, graduating in 1961. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How much experience does Dr. Patel have?

Dr. Patel has 65 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1961, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

Is Dr. Patel's profile verified?

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