EverydayHealthLogo
KD

Dr. Kavita Desai, MD

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Family Medicine Specialist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Kavita Desai, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Desai graduated from University of Manitoba College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Of California Irvine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (714) 547-5404.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of California Irvine | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada | University of Manitoba College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Desai board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kavita 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

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Desai 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.

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Medical Treatment
    • Past Medical Procedures
    • Previous Medical Care
    • History of Past Treatments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9289: Personal history of other medical treatment

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kavita 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 (714) 547-5404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Desai in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Kavita Desai's Primary Practice

    1140 W La Veta Ave Ste 700

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 547-5404

    Get Directions

    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 1710013131.

    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. Kavita Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Family Medicine Specialist near Orange, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kavita Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Kavita Desai accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kavita Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kavita Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (714) 547-5404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kavita Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (714) 547-5404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kavita Desai have?

    Dr. Kavita Desai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

    Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Orange, CA

    HS

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Orange, CA
    AF

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Orange, CA
    Dr. Richard Bond, DO

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Orange, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists