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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Hoboken, NJ?
Dr. Bankimchandra Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hoboken, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, 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 (201) 418-1000.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Government Medical College Of Surat
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- Other Vein Disorder
- Vascular Disease
- Specific Vein Conditions
- Uncommon Vein Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I878: Other specified disorders of veins
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Feeling on edge
ICD-10 Codes:
- R451: Restlessness and agitation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bankimchandra Desai may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (201) 418-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Hoboken, NJ?
Dr. Desai in Hoboken, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Braven Health
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Bankimchandra Desai's Primary Practice
308 Willow Ave Fl 6
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 418-1000
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 1780618868.
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. Bankimchandra Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Hoboken, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bankimchandra 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: Bayonne 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 Bankimchandra Desai accepting new patients in Hoboken, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Bankimchandra Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bankimchandra Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (201) 418-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bankimchandra Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (201) 418-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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