Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lajja Desai, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (312) 227-4100.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine (Education)
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Slow Heart Rate
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does Dr. Desai perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Desai in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Lajja Desai's Primary Practice
225 E Chicago Ave # 21
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 227-4100
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 1164788741.
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. Lajja Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Chicago, IL. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lajja Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?
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Is Lajja Desai accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Lajja Desai is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lajja Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (312) 227-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lajja Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (312) 227-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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