17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in East Islip, NY?
Dr. Vikas Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Islip, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Desai graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (631) 581-0737.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University School Of Medicine
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 an Internist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas 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
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 (631) 581-0737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in East Islip, NY?
Dr. Desai in East Islip, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health First Shared Services
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vikas Desai?
Dr. Desai has appointments available at his East Islip, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1922069012.
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. Vikas Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near East Islip, NY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vikas Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, North Shore University Hospital, Emerson Health, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, South Shore University Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vikas Desai accepting new patients in East Islip, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikas Desai offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Desai, or call (631) 581-0737 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Vikas Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (631) 581-0737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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