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Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD

(Alpa S. Patel, MD - Closed)

(697 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Practice and Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine

Professional interests include: astigmatism, eye problems, cataract surgery, and more.

850 Health Sciences Road
Irvine, CA 92617

(714) 456-7183

Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD is a general practitioner in Irvine, CA specializing in general practice and ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD is affiliated with UCI Health and UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute.

Office Locations

850 Health Sciences Road
Irvine, CA 92617

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101 The City Drive South, Pavilion 2 Building 30A
Orange, CA 92868

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19210 Jamboree Road
Irvine, CA 92612

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Some issues Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

comprehensive eye exam

eye exam

intermediate eye exam

In 2023, Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD had a list price for comprehensive eye exam, eye exam, and intermediate eye exam that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

visual field test

In 2012, Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD had a list price for visual field test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2012 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	87
eye procedures	256
ultrasound (sonogram)	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2013 were eye procedures, tonometry and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	108
eye procedures	358
tonometry	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	127

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	31
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	103
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	30
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2013

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	34
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2014 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	77
eye procedures	313

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	123

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	40
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	31
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2014

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2015 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	86
eye procedures	312

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	172
Female	212

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	266
Black	42
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	68
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2015

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2016 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, laser treatment and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	14
doctor visit	59
excision	54
eye procedures	1006
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	149
laser treatment	68

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	144
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	129
Black	65
Hispanic	175
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	168
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	58
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	51
Dementia	10
Cancer	6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, injections and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

excision	15
eye procedures	970
injections	62
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	250
laser treatment	15

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	44
Black	54
Hispanic	153
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	33
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	58
Dementia	11
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	21
eye procedures	1630
injections	161
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	476

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	126
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	47
Hispanic	160
Asian	12
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	30
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	58
Dementia	10
Cancer	6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	361
injections	50
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	80

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	30
Black	0
Hispanic	79
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	54
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	16
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	61
Dementia	12
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2020 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	88

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2020

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2021 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	45
eye procedures	271
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	116
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2021

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2022 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	116
eye procedures	377
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	28
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2022

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA during 2023 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	145
eye procedures	437
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	232
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD in 2023

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	4
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated as a general practitioner in Irvine, CA were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, injections and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	14
doctor visit	82
excision	34
eye procedures	531
injections	91
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	238
laser treatment	41
tonometry	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Female	131
Male	89

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	23
Asian / Pacific Islander	7
Non-Hispanic White	114
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	56
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	71
85 and over	22
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	92

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	37
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine

Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCI Health

UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 697 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Irvine, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Alpa S. Patel, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Vision LLC	$7,360 CLAREON $3,032	Hydrus Microstent $709	AcrySof IQ VIVITY $372	AcrySof IQ PanOptix UV IOL $355	UltraSert $322	Other $2,569
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$2,388 Cataract Equipment $523	CataractEquipment $360	CyPass $125	Pazeo $121	Verion $116	Other $1,143
Allergan Inc.	$968 COMBIGAN $375	LUMIGAN $260	RESTASIS $145	$187
Shire North American Group Inc	$548 XIIDRA $548
Abbott Laboratories	$338 Optics $125	Medical Optics $102	$111
Other	$2,690 VYZULTA $191	XIIDRA $168	iSTENT iNJECT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM $166	ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM $163	TRULIGN TORIC $149	Other $1,853

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$13,771
Travel and Lodging	$465
Education	$38
Gift	$17

Biography

Dr. Alpa Patel is a general practice and ophthalmology (eye disease) specialist in Orange, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Irvine, CA. Her areas of expertise include glaucoma surgery, astigmatism, and cataract surgery. On average, patients gave Dr. Patel a rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5). She studied medicine at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Patel's residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She is professionally affiliated with UCI Health.