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Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD

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(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine (1991)

Professional interests include: microdiscectomy, phototherapy (light therapy), yeast infection (candidiasis), and more.

4560 Admiralty Way Suite 101
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(310) 577-7544

Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD is a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). She graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD is affiliated with Providence, Cedars-Sinai, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Providence Affiliated Physicians, Los Angeles County and ADVANCE DERMATOLOGY AND LASER MEDICAL CENTER INC.

Office Locations

4560 Admiralty Way Suite 101
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(310) 577-7544

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Some issues Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD can help you with:

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin using chemical solutions, like glycolic acid and phenol. Although most commonly performed on the face, this non-surgical procedure may be done on the neck and hands as well. Chemical peels can treat the following:

Age spots
Fine lines and wrinkles
Freckles
Rough skin
Sun-damaged skin
Acne

Before the procedure, a skin evaluation is done to determine which type of peel will produce the best results. Dark skin tends to respond well to light peels, while severely sun-damaged skin will likely benefit from a moderate or deep peel. Pre-treatment creams and sunscreen need to be applied every day for several weeks prior to the procedure. Doing this may help shorten the healing process.

During the peel, the area to be treated is cleaned thoroughly, and the chemical solution is applied on the skin for several minutes, which produces a stinging sensation. A neutralizing agent is then used, and the stinging sensation gradually goes away. For more intense peels, a cool compress may be placed on the area to relieve any stinging or burning, or the solution may be applied in intervals to limit exposure to the strong chemicals.

Following a light peel, there will be redness and swelling, which typically fade in a few days. Swelling after a moderate or deep peel may last for a week, and mild redness may continue for a few weeks. To help improve the final results of a peel, treated areas must be kept cool, moisturized, and protected from sunlight.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion, also known as dermaplaning, uses a high-speed rotating device to scrape away outer layers of the skin and create a smoother surface. This surgical procedure is most commonly used on the face, but it may be performed on other parts of the body as well. It treats the following skin issues:

Raised scars due to accidents, previous surgery, or acne.
Deep wrinkles.
Skin growths, like precancerous lesions.

During dermabrasion, a nurse or other healthcare professional holds the skin taut so that the doctor can apply gentle but constant pressure on the skin using the device. Depending on how much skin needs treatment, it may take a few minutes to over an hour to complete the surgery.

A waxy or moist dressing is placed on the skin at the end of the procedure. The treated area will be red and swollen for about two to three weeks. Itchiness and tingling will likely be present for some time. Although less common, enlarged pores, cold sores, rashes, and permanent skin discoloration may also occur. Normal activities may be resumed about two weeks following dermabrasion. However, swimming in chlorinated water and sports that involve the use of balls should be avoided for four to six weeks.

Spinal Osteotomy

Spinal osteotomy is a surgical procedure used to treat significant spinal deformity, sometimes as part of a spinal reconstruction. During spinal osteotomy, one or more pieces of bone are removed. This creates a curve, allowing for proper realignment of the spine.

There are three major types of spinal osteotomy. In order of amount of bone removed, they are:

Smith-Peterson osteotomy or SPO, which offers a small amount of correction and is often performed on multiple levels of the spine. This procedure is the least invasive, removing a small piece of bone from the back of the vertebra.
Pedicle subtraction osteotomy or PSO, which is often used in the lower back for the treatment of flatback syndrome, a condition in which the lower spine loses its natural curve. A slice or wedge of bone going through the entire vertebral column is removed, allowing more movement for repositioning.
Vertebral column resection or VCR, which is the most involved spinal osteotomy surgery. It is almost always performed as part of a spinal reconstruction. One or more entire vertebrae are removed, and the spine is fused into place with rods or screws.

After surgery, it is common to stay in the hospital for several days. Recovery can be slow, and patients will likely need help doing regular activities for the first few weeks. Lifting objects and bending or twisting, such as when getting out of bed or into a car, will be extremely difficult at first. Physical therapy can help patients heal and move. Most daily activities can be resumed after six weeks, and most patients return to full activity, including playing certain sports, within a year.

Although the recovery from spinal osteotomy can be significant, it can be quite effective at reducing pain. Correcting a spinal deformity can also improve appearance and self-esteem, increase balance, and improve stability when moving.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2024

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

Top 5%

By Affordability:

removal of lesion

removal of skin lesion

skin lesion destruction

skin procedures

In 2024, Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD had a list price for removal of lesion (e.g. growth), removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), skin lesion destruction (e.g. laser surgery), and skin procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% 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:

external beam radiation therapy

orthovoltage

radiation therapy

In 2012, Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD had a list price for external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), orthovoltage, and radiation therapy 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. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2012 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	80
doctor visit	292
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	344
skin procedures	344

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	86
doctor visit	340
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	403
skin procedures	403

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	174

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	260
Black	35
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	108
85 and over	56
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2013

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2014 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	88
doctor visit	368
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	369
skin procedures	369

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	256
Black	35
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	133
From 75 to 84	120
85 and over	64
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2014

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	78
doctor visit	361
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	490
skin procedures	490

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	366
Female	344

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	586
Black	56
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	232
85 and over	130
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2015

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	79
doctor visit	426
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	396
skin procedures	396

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	295
Black	43
Hispanic	17
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	69
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2016

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	51
doctor visit	399
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	423
skin procedures	423

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	292
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	156
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	63
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2017

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2018 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	79
doctor visit	548
radiation therapy	612
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	410
skin procedures	410

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	202
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	348
Black	35
Hispanic	23
Asian	13
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	82
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2018

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	23
Dementia	12
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2019 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	522
radiation therapy	661
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	321
skin procedures	321

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	201
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	328
Black	27
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	179
From 75 to 84	139
85 and over	55
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2019

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2020 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	558
radiation therapy	655
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	301
skin procedures	301

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	183
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	270
Black	32
Hispanic	15
Asian	14
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	58
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2021 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	629
radiation therapy	607
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	418
skin procedures	418

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	196
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	339
Black	26
Hispanic	13
Asian	17
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	185
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	75
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2021

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2022 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	604
radiation therapy	682
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	370
skin procedures	370

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	203
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	342
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	149
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2023 were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	770
radiation therapy	508
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	419
skin procedures	419

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	209
Female	216

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	359
Black	11
Hispanic	14
Asian	21
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	206
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2023

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	17
Dementia	4
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA during 2024 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	790
radiation therapy	480
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	492
skin procedures	492

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	225
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	394
Black	19
Hispanic	0
Asian	20
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	179
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD in 2024

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated as a dermatologist in Marina Del Rey, CA were radiation therapy, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	77
doctor visit	508
radiation therapy	600
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	396
skin procedures	396

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	28
Asian / Pacific Islander	9
Non-Hispanic White	313
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	13
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	131
85 and over	50
Less than 65	14
65 to 74	171

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine in 1991. She completed residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine (1991)

Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals (1995)

Board Certification: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

Licensed In: California

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, Anthem, United Healthcare HMO, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO, Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH, Health Net MAH, CareMore HMO, Blue Shield California HMO, Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO, CareMore MAH and Blue Shield California MAH.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

Anthem

United Healthcare HMO

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

United Healthcare

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH

Health Net MAH

CareMore HMO

Blue Shield California HMO

Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO

CareMore MAH

Blue Shield California MAH

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD has an average of 2.33 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nita Rajani Patel, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Marina Del Rey, CA.

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Overall Rating: 2.0 2018-08-01

Dr. Patel is nice and professional. However her office operates with questionable billing practices. They intentionally overcharge you for your copay up front. Even if your stated copay rate with your insurance is $40, they will charge you $60, and later issue you a credit. Also, for a basic procedure such as a biopsy they require an upfront deposit of $250, regardless of whether or not your patient responsibility amount would be much less than this once the claim is processed by your insurance. They say they will reimburse you the difference afterwards. I am opposed to prepaying arbitrary amounts made up by a medical provider with no consideration for my insurance coverage, so I will be finding my care elsewhere.

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Incyte Corporation	$36,086 OPZELURA $34,276	$1,810
Allergan Inc.	$27,716 ACZONE $25,375	RESTASIS $144	BOTOX COSMETIC $36	RHOFADE $28	$2,134
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$12,952 MIRVASO $4,064	EPIDUO $3,076	SOOLANTRA $2,869	ORACEA $627	AKLIEF $556	Other $1,760
GENZYME CORPORATION	$11,832 DUPIXENT $11,624	DERMATITIS - DISEASE $42	LIBTAYO $20	$146
Pfizer Inc.	$11,483 EUCRISA $10,858	CIBINQO $289	LITFULO $282	PAXLOVID $54
Other	$29,181 ESKATA $6,083	ONEXTON $2,977	Acticlate $2,681	Rinvoq $1,688	DUPIXENT $1,391	Other $14,361

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$59,046
Consulting Fee	$27,689
Food and Beverage	$27,641
Travel and Lodging	$8,357
Honoraria	$2,850
Other	$3,667

Biography

Dr. Nita Patel is a dermatology (skin disorders) specialist in Marina Del Rey, CA. Her education and training includes medical school at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Clinical interests for Dr. Patel include dermabrasion, angiosarcoma, and onabotulinumtoxinA (botox, botox cosmetic). Dr. Patel is rated 2.5 stars (out of 5) by her patients. Dr. Patel usually honors United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield, in addition to other insurance carriers. Her professional affiliations include Providence, Cedars-Sinai, and Centinela Hospital Medical Center. According to Providence, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Marina Del Rey, CA.