Megha Patel-Banker

Overview

Dr. Megha Patel-Banker is a board-certified rheumatologist with extensive experience caring for patients with autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. She earned her medical degree from the State University of New York at Downstate, completed her internal medicine residency at North Shore University Medical Center, and her rheumatology fellowship at Stony Brook University. She later practiced with Rheumatology Associates of Long Island and served as a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Stony Brook University Hospital.

After moving to Texas in 2014, Dr. Patel-Banker founded the Arthritis and Rheumatology Institute and the Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Institute. Under her leadership, the practice has grown to include rheumatologists across two locations. She continues to balance her role as a Principal Investigator in clinical trials with her passion for providing exceptional, patient-centered care.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).

Dr. Patel-Banker is board certified in Rheumatology- American Board Of Internal Med/Rheumatology. Dr. Patel-Banker is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

SUNY Stony Brook University Medical Center, 2013

Residency

Hofstra Northwell school of Medicine

Specialties

Rheumatology
Allergy and Immunology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX
Board Certified in Rheumatology in TX

Board Certifications

Rheumatology- American Board Of Internal Med/Rheumatology

Fellowships

Rheumatology

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Frisco
Medical City Dallas
Crescent Medical

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Spanish

Gender

Female

Awards

Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2025
Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2024
Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2023
Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2022
Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2021
Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 2020

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MetLife
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Arthritis And Rheumatology Institute, PLLC
8501 Wade Blvd, Ste 820, Frisco, TX 75034
Sunday:Closed
Monday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Other Locations
Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Institute, PLLC
14660 State Hwy 121, Ste 200, Frisco, TX 75035
Sunday:Closed
Monday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Patel-Banker has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Dermatomyositis
Polymyositis
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megha Patel-Banker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megha Patel-Banker?

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Is Dr. Megha Patel-Banker a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Vasculitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megha Patel-Banker is classified as an Experienced expert for Rheumatoid Vasculitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Megha Patel-Banker specialize in?

While Dr. Megha Patel-Banker is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Ankylosing Spondylitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Megha Patel-Banker accept my insurance?

Dr. Megha Patel-Banker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 972-798-8553 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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