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Who is Dr. Shah Desai, Ophthalmologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Sejal Shah Desai, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah Desai is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah Desai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah Desai’s office at (813) 972-4444.
What languages does Dr. Shah Desai speak?
Dr. Shah Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shah Desai typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shah 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. Shah 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shah Desai typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shah Desai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shah 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Shah Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 972-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah Desai accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Shah Desai in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shah Desai's office located?
What is Dr. Shah Desai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shah Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790919868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah Desai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah Desai
What is Dr. Sejal Shah Desai's specialty?
Dr. Shah Desai is a Ophthalmologist near Tampa, FL.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Sejal Shah Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah Desai is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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 Sejal Shah Desai accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sejal Shah Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sejal Shah Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah Desai's office at (813) 972-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sejal Shah Desai?
Please contact Dr. Shah Desai's office at (813) 972-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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