Who is Dr. Desai, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Amisha Desai is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (609) 342-2000.
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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, 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:
Palliative Care
Comfort care
Supportive care
Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amisha Desai may include:
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 (609) 342-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Desai in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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 1780170746.
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. Amisha Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Hollywood, FL.
A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amisha Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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.
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Is Amisha Desai accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Amisha Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amisha Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (609) 342-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amisha Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (609) 342-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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