
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Endocrinologist in Hillsborough, NJ?
Dr. Navtika Desai, DO is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Hillsborough, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from UMDNJ-SCH OF OSTEO MEDICINE and completed her residency at St Lukes Hospital-Bethlehem. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, 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 (908) 829-4244.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Westchester Medical Center | Sound Shore Med Ctr
Residency: St Lukes Hospital-Bethlehem
Medical School: UMDNJ-SCH OF OSTEO MEDICINE
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Navtika Desai, DO 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
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, 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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Navtika Desai may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
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 (908) 829-4244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Hillsborough, NJ?
Dr. Desai in Hillsborough, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Navtika Desai's Primary Practice
105 Raider Blvd Ste 200
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 829-4244
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 1053376954.
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. Navtika Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Endocrinologist near Hillsborough, NJ.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Navtika Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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
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Is Navtika Desai accepting new patients in Hillsborough, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Navtika Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Navtika Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (908) 829-4244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Navtika Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (908) 829-4244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Navtika Desai have?
Dr. Navtika Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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