Summary

Dr. Vijay Patel is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery with 11 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center. His expertise focuses on comprehensive ear, nose, and throat care with particular attention to pediatric conditions.

Dr. Patel practices at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego, California, where he provides specialized care for young patients. He treats conditions such as adenoiditis in children, tonsillitis, and sleep apnea. His surgical expertise includes performing adenoidectomies, endoscopic sinus surgery, and providing sedation services for pediatric procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • 11 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego

3020 Childrens WaySan Diego, CA 92123

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Speaks Spanish, English, Swedish, French, German Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijay Ajay Patel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijay Ajay Patel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijay Ajay Patel has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Vijay Ajay Patel holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Patel's NPI number is 1508250747.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Vijay Patel's office located?
Dr. Vijay Patel's office is located at 3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA, 92123.
Does Dr. Vijay Patel accept my insurance?
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