Prakash Bhanughac Patel

I have been seeing Dr Patel for 8-10 years. He and his PA’s are easy to talk to and always accessible. I have referred many friends and family members who are now his patients. I feel I am receiving great care under his direction whether I see him or a PA. I highly recommend him as a physician.

Dr. Patel was the only general physician my husband would ever see for 21 years. He loved and trusted Dr. Patel. He's been my physician a few years now. I've never had a problem with him or his wonderful, friendly staff. I do see the Dr. at least once or twice a year. I have no problem seeing a PA (physician's assistant). They are an extension of the DR. and are highly trained to do their job. Having a PA(s) just means your Dr. is in high demand, like Dr. Patel is. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my dear husband and me. I would and do recommend him to everyone.

Dr. Patel we liked. Office staff rude & unethical. Was billed for physical $42 more than amount owed per EOB. Tried & tried to get to answers. In May, office mgr finally admitted diff was collection fee. Gladly offered to pay over phone per EOB. Also told them Labs I did in their office were billed separately from different entity causing denial of 1 of the bills. They insisted that was wrong?????. Phone disconnected. I left message, but no calls back... Sept, my atorvastatin needed refill. As in past, I needed to see doctor to get refill (they expect every 6 months for physical which my indemnity plan does not cover). Xferred to front desk, but told she “could not” make appt w/ a bal. Advised I had been trying to give them money for months. Said office manager would call me after lunch. She never did. I called next day again offering to pay correct amt. Was told find another Dr. & they discharged wife & I ($$ b4 health)??????? Been trying to get Dr to call & hear this.

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When I started going to the office, I was very impressed; however, more and more I found that getting to actually see the doctor (even when requesting it) was a monumental task. After a few appointments, you end up constantly seeing a PA. Also, wait times have become longer and longer. Finding a new doctor.

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My family has seen Dr Patel for years and he's been nothing but wonderful seeing use through good and bad times.

I would definitely recommend him

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Very helpful and understanding, kind. Also help me without insurance and change me lower visiting fee I will recommend him to my family & friend

Patel is great! Staff is horrible. No call backs no response to urgent health concerns. I would have loved to say I would recommend Dr. Patel but would not like anyone to have to work with the office staff and lack of response to messages. Maybe I am just use to great providers in the past. Visiting to working with Patel staff was like working with an unprofessional, I do not want to be bothered, rush get off the phone ok ok ok.. I hate writing this review because I really like Dr Patel

Dr. Patel practices medicine the way it should be practiced - friendly, compassionate, great communications, involves patient in decisions after ensuring a complete understanding of the situation, and will accommodate emergencies - even skipped his lunch to stitch a bad cut on my hand. Highly recommended!

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New to the area it is not so easy to get settled in. I was referred to Effingham Medical Partners and am relieved. Dr Patel was personable and professional. The front desk weye courteous and Gena, my nurse was incredibly friendly. I was very pleased with my entire experience and believe our family has found our medical home.

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