38 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Desai, Psychiatrist in Trenton, NJ?
Dr. Amita Desai, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Trenton, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (609) 386-7331.
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 a Psychiatrist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Amita Desai may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
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 (609) 386-7331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Trenton, NJ?
Dr. Desai in Trenton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1477600971.
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. Amita Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Psychiatrist near Trenton, NJ.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Amita 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: Virtua Willingboro Hospital. 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. 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 Amita Desai accepting new patients in Trenton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Amita Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amita Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (609) 386-7331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amita Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (609) 386-7331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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