Dr. Rahul Patel, MD
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Dr. Rahul Patel, MD
About
Dr. Patel graduated from
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
Experience Check
Insurance Accepted
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MVP Health Plan EPOMVP Health Care HMO
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Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS IIElect Choice (Open Access) EPOAPCN Choice POS IISelectOpen Choice PPOManaged Choice (Open Access) POSChoice Plus POS IISavings Plus of Metro, NYAPCN Open Access Aetna SelectPremier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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BlueCard PPOBlue Card PPO
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BluePPO HSA PPOSimplyBlue/Simply Blue Plus PPO
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Blue Shield of Northeastern New York HMO
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Complete PPO Plus
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Passage HMOFlex Connecticut EPO
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Choice POSChoice Care Network PPOChoice Care PPO
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MagnaCare PPO
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Fidelis Care
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Open Access PlusCigna PPO
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Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPOBlue Acess Employer SponsoredEmpire Hospital/Medical (Trad)Empire Hospital
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Navigate Plus POSChoice Plus POSNavigate HMONavigate POSNexus Open AccessOptions PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPOPreferred Blue v5 PPO
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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GHI CBPHIP Prime HMO
Locations
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Office63 Shaker Rd Ste 101, Albany, NY 12204
Patient Satisfaction
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I don’t really ever write reviews, but Dr. Patel has made a profound impact on my life. This is a doctor that truly genuinely cares about his patients, and I wish all doctors were like Dr. Patel. I had a scar on my eye that was not only uncomfortable, but obstructed my vision. I have seen a few eye doctors since this occurred, one doctor told me to live with it, and another doctor from Cornea Consultants of the Capital Region said PTK would be my next option after trying a scleral lens. Unfortunately, the capital region does not have the special type of laser needed for PTK. I found this out by calling almost every eye facility in the capital region with all doctors telling me they don’t do this procedure. But when I called Albany Eye Associates, even though they did not have the equipment to perform PTK either, the medical receptionist called me back and told me that Dr. Patel wanted to help me and had other options, so I made an appointment. He was extremely informative and I underw
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Education
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Northeast Ohio Medical University
1999
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Residency
- Case Western Reserve University
Fellowship
- Dean a McGee Eye Inst-U Okla
Frequently Asked Questions
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rahul Patel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Patel's profile.
Dr. Patel in specializes in Ophthalmology. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Patel frequently treats the following conditions: Eyelid Disorders, Tear Duct Disorders and Lacrimal Gland Disorder. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Patel's office is located at 63 Shaker Rd Ste 101 Albany, NY 12204. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Patel provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Rahul Patel, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany Memorial Hospital, Samaritan Hospital and St Peter's Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Rahul Patel, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.
Dr. Rahul Patel, MD has a star rating of 5.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
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Albany Memorial Hospital
600 Northern Blvd, Albany, NY
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Samaritan Hospital
2215 Burdett Ave, Troy, NY
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St Peter's Hospital
315 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY