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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Nephrologist in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Chaitanya Desai, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL. He is board certified. 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 (708) 422-7715.
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Chaitanya 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 Nephrologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chaitanya Desai may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (708) 422-7715 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Desai in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Chaitanya Desai's Primary Practice
420 NE Glen Oak Ave Ste 401
Peoria, IL 61603
(708) 422-7715
What hospitals are Dr. Desai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Desai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center,Peoria, IL
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center,Peoria, IL
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center,Galesburg, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center,Galesburg, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center,Bloomington, ILRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center,Bloomington, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Carle Bromenn Medical Center,Normal, ILRanked in 2 Procedures
Carle Bromenn Medical Center,Normal, IL
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Carle Health Methodist Hospital,Peoria, ILRanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Carle Health Methodist Hospital,Peoria, IL
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center,Mattoon, ILRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center,Mattoon, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1508090234.
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. Chaitanya Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Nephrologist near Peoria, IL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is Dr. Chaitanya Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center, Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle Bromenn Medical Center, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health 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
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Is Dr. Chaitanya Desai accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chaitanya Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chaitanya Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (708) 422-7715 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chaitanya Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (708) 422-7715 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Desai's office is located in Peoria, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chaitanya Desai have?
Dr. Chaitanya Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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