16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desai, Ophthalmologist in Pennington, NJ?
Dr. Priya Desai, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pennington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office.
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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Desai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Ciliary Body Destruction for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Cyclodialysis
- Glaucoma Eye Surgery
- Ciliary Body Ablation
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66740: Ciliary body destruction; cyclodialysis
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Scleral Reinforcement with Graft
- Scleral Grafting
- Eye Wall Strengthening
- Posterior Scleral Reinforcement
CPT Codes:
- 67255: Scleral reinforcement (separate procedure); with graft
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Pennington, NJ?
Dr. Desai in Pennington, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
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 1750414157.
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. Priya Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Ophthalmologist near Pennington, NJ.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Priya 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 Priya Desai accepting new patients in Pennington, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Priya Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Priya Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Priya Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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