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Dr. Shilpa Desai, MD
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desai, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shilpa Desai, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, 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 (323) 783-4652.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Types of Hives
- Hives
- Atypical hives
- Uncommon urticaria
- Variant hives
ICD-10 Codes:
- L508: Other urticaria
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Other Food Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Unspecified Food Allergy
- Multiple Food Allergies
- Food Hypersensitivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91018: Allergy to other foods
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Shilpa 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 (323) 783-4652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Desai in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Shilpa Desai's Primary Practice
1515 N Vermont Ave Fl 5
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 783-4652
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 1235369968.
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. Shilpa Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Shilpa 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: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shilpa Desai accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shilpa Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shilpa Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (323) 783-4652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (323) 783-4652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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