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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Hospitalist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Jinal Desai, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (919) 784-3100.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jinal 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 (919) 784-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Desai in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
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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 1316435639.
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. Jinal Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hospitalist near Raleigh, NC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Jinal Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Unc Health Rex which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jinal Desai accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Jinal Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jinal Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (919) 784-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jinal Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (919) 784-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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