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Who is Dr. Desai, Nephrologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Niraj Desai, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (478) 745-5455.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Desai diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Desai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Niraj Desai may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desai's office.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 745-5455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Desai in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Enterprise Group Planning
Health Design Plus
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063679769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desai
What is Dr. Niraj Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Nephrologist near Cleveland, OH. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Niraj Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Louis Stokes Cleveland Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Niraj Desai accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Niraj Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Niraj Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (478) 745-5455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Niraj Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (478) 745-5455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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