48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desai, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Nilesh Desai, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English 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 (818) 848-5561.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine | Medical College Baroda
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nilesh Desai, MD 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
Hindi
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Geriatric 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nilesh 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 (818) 848-5561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Desai in Burbank, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1194750349.
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. Nilesh Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Burbank, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Nilesh 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: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Nilesh Desai accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nilesh Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilesh Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (818) 848-5561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilesh Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (818) 848-5561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nilesh Desai have?
Dr. Nilesh Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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