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Dr. Priti Desai, MD

Pediatrician

Covina, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Pediatrician in Covina, CA?

    Dr. Priti Desai, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Covina, CA. Dr. Desai graduated from Medical College Baroda and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (626) 332-4543.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics | Martin Army Community Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Medical College Baroda

    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 Pediatrician like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colic
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant colic
    • Belly pain in babies
    • Severe abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1083: Colic

    Also known as:

    • Teething Problems
    • Child Dental Health
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Teething Symptoms
    • Infant Teething Discomfort
    • Eruption Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K007: Teething syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Priti 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 (626) 332-4543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Covina, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Priti Desai's Primary Practice

    315 N 3rd Ave Ste 205

    Covina, CA 91723

    (626) 332-4543

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    What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1932235587.

    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. Priti Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Pediatrician near Covina, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Providence St. Jude Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Priti Desai accepting new patients in Covina, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Priti Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (626) 332-4543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Priti Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (626) 332-4543 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's office is located in Covina, CA.