Jitesh A Patel, M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgery

Jitesh A Patel is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 23 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(859) 323-6346Lexington, KY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 23 years in colon & rectal surgery, Jitesh a Patel, M.D. is a long-established colon & rectal surgery specialist in Lexington. Trained at Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (class of 2003), he has been practicing for over 23 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.

1 of 4 Colon & Rectal Surgery providers in KYSee all Colon & Rectal Surgery in Lexington23+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2181dNPPES updated 2020-06-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure

Contact & Location

Practice Location

800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536-0293

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.

Hypertension
72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Cancer
51%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Anxiety Disorders
44%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
44%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
39%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Diabetes
38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2003

    Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc)

  2. Board certified · Jun 2, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

Colon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.

Taxonomy: 208C00000X

Education & Training

Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (Class of 2003)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

800 Rose St Ukmc C224, Lexington, KY 40536-0293

Differs from practice location

Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Jitesh a Patel

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jitesh a Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Lexington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jitesh a Patel

Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-6346.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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