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Dr. Ashesh Desai, MD
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Dr. Ashesh Desai, MD

Pulmonologist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

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. 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 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 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.

    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:

    • 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
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    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

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashesh 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 (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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

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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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    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?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 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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. 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 Dr. Ashesh Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (936) 242-6957 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's office is located in Conroe, TX.