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Dr. Rajendra Desai, MD

Dr. Rajendra Desai, MD

Cardiologist

Millburn, NJ

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Cardiologist in Millburn, NJ?

    Dr. Rajendra Desai, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Millburn, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Grant Government Medical College and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Hindi, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | Grant Government Medical College

    Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rajendra 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
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rajendra Desai may include:

    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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Millburn, NJ?

    Dr. Desai in Millburn, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Rajendra Desai's Primary Practice

    116 Millburn Ave Ste 214

    Millburn, NJ 07041

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    Dr. Rajendra Desai's Practice 2

    300 Central Ave

    East Orange, NJ 07018

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    What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1144338641.

    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. Rajendra Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Cardiologist near Millburn, NJ.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Rajendra Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rajendra Desai accepting new patients in Millburn, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Rajendra Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rajendra Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rajendra Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's offices are located in Millburn, NJ and East Orange, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rajendra Desai have?

    Dr. Rajendra Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.