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Dr. Mehul Desai, MD

Arlington, VA

17 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Desai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Mehul Desai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Arabic, and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (202) 808-8295.

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

    • Medical School: University of Sint Eustatius,Statia Island,Netherland Antilles

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Central Pain Syndrome
    • Pain
    • Neuropathic pain
    • Brain pain syndrome
    • Central nervous system pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G890: Central pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Double-Jointedness
    • Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M357: Hypermobility syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Pain
    • Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neuralgia
    • Neuritis
    • Nerve inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 808-8295 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Arlington, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Mehul Desai's Primary Practice

    1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 185

    Arlington, VA 22205

    (202) 808-8295

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    Dr. Mehul Desai's Practice 2

    2021 K St NW

    Washington, DC 20006

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    Dr. Mehul Desai's Practice 3

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    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 1114045341.

    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. Mehul Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Arlington, VA. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: George Washington University 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

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    Is Mehul Desai accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Mehul Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (202) 808-8295 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mehul Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (202) 808-8295 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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