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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Sudhen Desai, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Desai completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (602) 933-1213.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sudhen Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
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 a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, 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:
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Device Fitting
- Prosthetic Adjustment
- Orthotic Fitting
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, 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:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Long Gastrointestinal Tube Insertion
- Miller-Abbott Tube Placement
- GI Tube Insertion
- Intestinal Tube Placement
CPT Codes:
- 44500: Introduction of long gastrointestinal tube (eg, Miller-Abbott) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-1213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Desai in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Mercy Care
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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 1376563700.
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. Sudhen Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Sudhen Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Yuma Regional Medical Center 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 Sudhen Desai accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sudhen Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sudhen Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (602) 933-1213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sudhen Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (602) 933-1213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sudhen Desai have?
Dr. Sudhen Desai is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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