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Dr. Nikhil Desai, DO

Seatac, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Family Medicine Specialist in Seatac, WA?

    Dr. Nikhil Desai, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seatac, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (206) 277-7200.

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikhil 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 (206) 277-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Seatac, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • GEICO

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Nikhil Desai's Primary Practice

    4040 S 188th St Ste 201

    Seatac, WA 98188

    (206) 277-7200

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    Dr. Nikhil Desai's Practice 2

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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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 1265837181.

    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. Nikhil Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Family Medicine Specialist near Seatac, WA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Nikhil Desai accepting new patients in Seatac, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Nikhil Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (206) 277-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (206) 277-7200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's offices are located in Seatac, WA and Seattle, WA.