Physician Profile
Rahul K. Patel, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Patel
Based in Albany, NY, Rahul K. Patel, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Rahul graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1999. Rahul is also listed as specializing in specialist. Medicare claims data shows Rahul provided 2,701 services to 2,329 patients. The services billed most often include microfluid analysis of tears, exam of the internal drainage system of eye, and exam of visual field with extended testing.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
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
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (413) 774-7016
- Email not available
Practice Locations
63 SHAKER RD STE 101
Albany, NY 12204
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
Cornea and external eye
- Blepharitis
- Corneal abrasion
- Corneal ulcer
- Keratoconus
- Pink eye
- Pterygium
Eyelid and tear drainage
- Blocked tear duct
- Chalazion
- Drooping eyelid
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
Eye injuries
- Foreign Object in Eye
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
Retina & vitreous
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
Corneal procedures
Eye diagnostics
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
- Stye Removal
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
Laser procedures
Laser vision correction
Refractive surgery
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,701 services · 2,329 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
79 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Closure of tear duct opening using plug | Procedure | 68761 |
27 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
27 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power | Imaging | 76519 |
83 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | Imaging | 76512 |
37 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
301 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
291 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
256 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
199 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 7
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 1
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 29 related providers in 4 groups
Other eye doctors in Albany 5
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1999 at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 8
Providers in NY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Rahul K. Patel's specialty?
Rahul K. Patel is an eye doctor in Albany, NY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Rahul K. Patel?
Rahul K. Patel is listed at 63 Shaker Rd Ste 101, Albany, NY 12204. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Rahul K. Patel?
The number on file is (413) 774-7016. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Rahul K. Patel?
Rahul K. Patel's National Provider Identifier is 1548311319. 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 Rahul K. Patel's education?
Rahul K. Patel attended Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, graduating in 1999. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Rahul K. Patel have?
Rahul K. Patel has 27 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1999, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Rahul K. Patel known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Rahul K. Patel performs procedures including removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens, closure of tear duct opening using plug and removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power and 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures; provides treatments such as exam of the internal drainage system of eye and exam of visual field with extended testing, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Rahul K. Patel's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Rahul K. Patel. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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