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Dr. Ashish Desai, MD

Anesthesiologist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Anesthesiologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Ashish Desai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (510) 752-1000.

    Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ashish Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

    Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashish 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 (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Ashish Desai's Primary Practice

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 752-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Desai affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Desai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Valley Childrens Hospital,Madera, CA

    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 1780762286.

    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. Ashish Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is an Anesthesiologist near Oakland, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Ashish Desai accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Ashish Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ashish Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (510) 752-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's office is located in Oakland, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ashish Desai have?

    Dr. Ashish Desai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.