Kumkum Patel MD

The practice offers two plans. The Essential Care Plan costs $1,800 and includes six personalized in-person or telehealth visits plus a 10% savings on procedures. The Executive Care Plan costs $2,500 and includes six visits, $250 off procedures, and a complimentary Microbiome or SIBO Test. Both plans offer discounted rates on additional visits within a six-month window.

Yes, Kumkum Patel MD accepts self-pay patients at transparent rates. An initial consultation costs $350, follow-up in-person visits cost $350, and telehealth follow-ups cost $300. Procedures such as colonoscopy ($1,500) and EGD ($1,000) are also available at published rates.

The practice does not bill insurance directly, but patients can use out-of-network insurance benefits. You pay out of pocket at the time of service, and the practice provides the documentation needed to seek reimbursement from your insurance carrier.

Appointments run 30 to 60 minutes. The practice maintains minimal to no wait times and offers same or next-day availability for clinic visits.

Yes, Dr. Patel offers telehealth visits to patients throughout California. Virtual appointments are available Monday through Wednesday. Patients outside California can access educational and coaching visits, including the IBS Harmony Method Coaching Program.

Kumkum Patel MD operates three locations in Orange County. Newport Beach in-person appointments are available on Mondays, Tustin appointments on Tuesdays, and Mission Viejo appointments on Wednesdays. Telehealth visits are available Monday through Wednesday from all locations.

The practice treats a wide range of GI conditions including IBS, GERD, constipation, diarrhea, dysphagia, SIBO, celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, Barrett's esophagus, and colorectal polyps. Dr. Patel also specializes in esophageal and anorectal disorders, pelvic floor dysfunction, and women's GI health conditions such as postpartum constipation and endometriosis-related GI symptoms.

Yes, the practice offers concierge nutritional counseling, gut-directed cognitive behavioral counseling, and the IBS Harmony Method Coaching Program. Dr. Patel also partners with Fullscript to provide patients access to a curated supplement dispensary.

California residents can schedule in-person or telehealth visits directly through the practice's online scheduling system. Patients outside California can book educational or coaching visits. com to get started.