46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Kirtikant Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Icelandic, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (410) 747-1324.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine | Cath Med Ctr | Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program
Medical School: M P Shah Med Coll, Saurashtra University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India | N H L Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences | Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kirtikant Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Icelandic
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R279: Unspecified lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirtikant Desai may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (410) 747-1324 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Desai in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maryland
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Kirtikant Desai's Primary Practice
716 Maiden Choice Ln Ste 302
Baltimore, MD 21228
(410) 747-1324
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 1467512194.
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. Kirtikant Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kirtikant Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Northwest 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
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Is Kirtikant Desai accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kirtikant Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirtikant Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (410) 747-1324 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirtikant Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (410) 747-1324 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirtikant Desai have?
Dr. Kirtikant Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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