34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Infectious Disease Specialist in Shawnee, KS?
Dr. Samir Desai, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Shawnee, KS. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (913) 631-0405.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gov't Med Coll Gujarat University
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Samir Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Desai may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Desai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 631-0405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Shawnee, KS?
Dr. Desai in Shawnee, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Samir Desai's Primary Practice
7255 Renner Rd Ste 100
Shawnee, KS 66217
(913) 631-0405
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
60% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Samir Desai a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Desai has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Desai, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat 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 1952417644.
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. Samir Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Shawnee, KS.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Samir Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samir Desai accepting new patients in Shawnee, KS?
Yes, Dr. Samir Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (913) 631-0405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (913) 631-0405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Desai have?
Dr. Samir Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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