Vijay M. Patel, M.D.

Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Vijay M. Patel is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Newnan, GA with over 36 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(770) 683-6921Newnan, GA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Vijay M. Patel, M.D. has been part of the Newnan medical community since 2005 in group practice. A Southern Illinois University School of Medicine graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 124 Internal Medicine providers in GASee all Internal Medicine in Newnan36+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 4679dNPPES updated 2013-08-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

775 Poplar Rd Suite 130, Newnan, GA 30265-8300

Fax: (770) 254-6037
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 Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-3%)46%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)44%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

COPD
Higher than avg (+14%)34%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-1%)29%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+4%)26%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 1990

    Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

  2. 36 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicinePulmonary Disease in NewnanAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RP1001X

Education & Training

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 1990)

Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Vijay M. Patel

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vijay M. Patel

Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newnan, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 683-6921.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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