33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Anatomic Pathologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Mayuri Desai, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai completed her residency at Lankenau Hosp, Cytopathology; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (650) 299-2000.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Cytopathology; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: Gov't Med Coll, South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat, India
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Mayuri Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
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 an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mayuri Desai may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
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 (650) 299-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Desai in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Mayuri Desai's Primary Practice
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 299-2000
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 1457430191.
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. Mayuri Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Anatomic Pathologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Mayuri Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center 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 Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mayuri Desai accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mayuri Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mayuri Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (650) 299-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mayuri Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (650) 299-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mayuri Desai have?
Dr. Mayuri Desai is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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