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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Libertyville, IL?
Dr. Aalisha Desai is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Libertyville, IL with 1 additional practice location. 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 (773) 542-2000.
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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aalisha Desai may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (773) 542-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Libertyville, IL?
Dr. Desai in Libertyville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Aalisha Desai's Primary Practice
1800 Hollister Dr Ste 112
Libertyville, IL 60048
(773) 542-2000
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 1962816108.
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. Aalisha Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Libertyville, IL.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Aalisha Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aalisha Desai accepting new patients in Libertyville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Aalisha Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aalisha Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (773) 542-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aalisha Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (773) 542-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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