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Dr. Sangita Desai, MD

Clearwater, FL

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Desai, Psychiatrist in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Sangita Desai, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Desai graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Psychiatry; Middletown Psych Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (727) 524-4464.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Psychiatry; Middletown Psych Ctr, Psychiatry

    • Medical School: Gov't Med Coll, South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat, India | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Desai board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Sangita Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Depression
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Mixed schizoaffective disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
    • F258: Other schizoaffective disorders
    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
    • Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
    • Moderate Mixed Bipolar Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Mild Depressive Episode
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis
    • Moderate bipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
    • Significant low mood in bipolar
    • Severe mixed bipolar state
    • Severe mixed features in bipolar
    • Severe simultaneous mania and depression
    • Bipolar depression
    • Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
    • Depressive episode of bipolar
    • Moderate mixed features bipolar
    • Bipolar I disorder, moderate mixed
    • Mixed state bipolar
    • Mild bipolar depression
    • Mild depressive phase of bipolar
    • Low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder
    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
    • F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
    • F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
    • F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
    • F3162: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, moderate
    • F3131: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Undifferentiated Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia
    • Mixed schizophrenia
    • Atypical schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with mixed features
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
    • F203: Undifferentiated schizophrenia
    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 524-4464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Desai in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Sangita Desai's Primary Practice

    1437 S Belcher Rd

    Clearwater, FL 33764

    (727) 524-4464

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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 1386795532.

    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. Sangita Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Psychiatrist near Clearwater, FL.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sangita Desai accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Sangita Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (727) 524-4464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sangita Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (727) 524-4464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sangita Desai have?

    Dr. Sangita Desai is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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