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Dr. Ashesh Desai, MD

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Dr. Ashesh Desai, MD

Conroe, TX

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Pulmonologist in Conroe, TX?

    Dr. Ashesh Desai, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Conroe, TX. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Maharaja Sayajirao College and completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (936) 242-6957.

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

    • Fellowship: Baylor University

    • Residency: Interfaith Medical Center | Interfaith Medical Center

    • Medical School: Maharaja Sayajirao College

    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 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.

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 242-6957 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Conroe, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Ashesh Desai's Primary Practice

    600 S Conroe Medical Dr Ste 101

    Conroe, TX 77304

    (936) 242-6957

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Ashesh Desai an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Desai has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Desai, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American Academy of Sleep Medicine

    American College of Chest Physicians

    American College of Chest Physicians

    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 1649308966.

    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. Ashesh Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Pulmonologist near Conroe, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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

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    Is Ashesh Desai accepting new patients in Conroe, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Ashesh Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (936) 242-6957 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ashesh Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (936) 242-6957 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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