Rakesh D. Patel
Expertise in
14
conditions
Expertise in
14
conditions
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception B, 
Ann Arbor, MI 

Overview

Dr. Rakesh Patel is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Division of Spine Surgery, with a cross appointment in the Department of Neurosurgery at University of Michigan Health. Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate training at the University of California in Los Angeles where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He received his medical degree upon graduation from the New York University School of Medicine in 2000. Dr. Patel did his residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, where he was awarded an Aventis Orthopedic Scholarship NYU-HJD Senior Research Award. After completion of his training in New York, Dr. Patel went on to finish a one-year Spine Fellowship at the University of Wisconsin and recently completed the Executive MBA program here at the University of Michigan.

Dr. Patel is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fractured Spine, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Dr. Patel is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 74 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

New York University - School Of Medicine, 2000

Residency

Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2005

Specialties

Orthopedics
General Surgery

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in MI

Board Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowships

University of Wisconsin Hospital, Spine Surgery, 2006

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Michigan Health System

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
McLaren Health
  • HMO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Priority Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • 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

Taubman Center
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception B, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Patel 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.

Spondylolisthesis
Sciatica
Spinal Stenosis
Facet Joint Syndrome

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Rakesh D. Patel a top-rated expert for Fractured Spine?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rakesh D. Patel is classified as an Distinguished expert for Fractured Spine, 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. Rakesh D. Patel specialize in?

While Dr. Rakesh D. Patel is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Fractured Spine, Scoliosis, and Spinal Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Rakesh D. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rakesh D. Patel has published 74 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fractured Spine. You can view a list of Dr. Rakesh D. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rakesh D. Patel accept my insurance?

Dr. Rakesh D. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-5780 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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