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Dr. Prashant Desai, MD

Radiation Oncologist

The Villages, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Radiation Oncologist in The Villages, FL?

    Dr. Prashant Desai, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in The Villages, FL. Dr. Desai graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Program. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu, 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.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

    Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    • Marathi

    • Tamil

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Prashant 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in The Villages, FL?

    Dr. Desai in The Villages, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Total Plan Concepts

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Prashant Desai's Primary Practice

    2955 Brownwood Blvd Ste 107

    The Villages, FL 32163

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    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 1023337722.

    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. Prashant Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Radiation Oncologist near The Villages, FL.

    What does a Radiation Oncologist do?

    A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.

    Is this Dr. Prashant Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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 a Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Radiation Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Prashant Desai accepting new patients in The Villages, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Prashant Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prashant Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prashant Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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