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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Khushbu Desai, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desai completed her residency at PCOM/Geisinger Wyoming Valley Program. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (866) 247-5762.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: PCOM/Geisinger Wyoming Valley Program
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Low BP
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I9589: Other hypotension
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Khushbu 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 (866) 247-5762 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Desai in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Khushbu Desai's Primary Practice
575 N River St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
(866) 247-5762
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 1972942779.
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. Khushbu Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Khushbu Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Khushbu Desai accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Khushbu Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khushbu Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (866) 247-5762 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khushbu Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (866) 247-5762 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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