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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Hospitalist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Aalaap Desai, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, 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 (251) 435-2400.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Aalaap 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 call our office at (251) 435-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Desai in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Aalaap Desai's Primary Practice
5 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 435-2400
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 1730760687.
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. Aalaap Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hospitalist near Mobile, AL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Aalaap Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aalaap Desai accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Aalaap Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aalaap Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (251) 435-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aalaap Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (251) 435-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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