24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Pulmonologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Tushar Desai, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, 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?
Fellowship: Boston University School of Medicine MA
Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Tushar Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001
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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tushar Desai may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 Stanford, CA?
Dr. Desai in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Fellowship in Pulmonary Research, Parker B. Francis Foundation
Boston University School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine
Robert Dawson Evans Fellow Excellence in Teaching Award
House Officer Research Award,
University of Michigan Hospitals, Department of Internal Medicine
Interrogation of Individual Cells to Identify Progenitor Cells and Th
Development and Maintenance of the Alveolar Type 1 Cell (K08), NIH/NH
Retinoic Acid in Early Lung Morphogenesis, GlaxoSmithKline Pulmonary
Tufts University School of Medicine
Worth F. Bloom M25 Prize
Publications
Reconstructing lineage hierarchies of the distal lung epithelium using single-cell R-seq.
, 2014
Alveolar progenitor and stem cells in lung development, renewal and cancer.
, 2014
Stem cells: Differentiated cells in a back-up role.
, 2013
Smooth muscle protein 22 alpha
, 2008
In vitro and in vivo gene therapy vector evolution via multispecies interbreeding and retargeting
, 2008
Inhibition of Tgf beta sigling by endogenous retinoic acid is essential
, 2007
Distinct roles for retinoic acid receptors alpha and beta in early lung morphogenesis
, 2006
Retinoic acid selectively regulates Fgf10 expression
, 2004
COPD: Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Treatment
, 2004
Growth factors in lung development and disease: friends or foe?
, 2002
Participation of urokise
, 1999
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 1114075439.
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. Tushar Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Pulmonologist near Stanford, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Tushar Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Tushar Desai accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tushar Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tushar 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 Tushar Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tushar Desai have?
Dr. Tushar Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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