38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Family Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Gautam Desai, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital and completed his residency at So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (757) 471-6977.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | Siu Sch Med | Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Family 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 here.
Also known as:
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe clinical depression with psychosis
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gautam Desai may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (757) 471-6977 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Desai in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Gautam Desai's Primary Practice
2020 S Independence Blvd Ste 3
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 471-6977
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 1417047663.
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. Gautam Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Family Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Gautam Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Gautam Desai accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gautam Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (757) 471-6977 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gautam Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (757) 471-6977 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gautam Desai have?
Dr. Gautam Desai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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