18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Pulmonologist in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Anish Desai, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai completed his residency at George Washington University. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Cigna, 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 (301) 663-5922.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: George Washington University
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Anish Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Cough Variant Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- CVA
- Asthma with Cough
- Chronic Cough Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45991: Cough variant asthma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R062: Wheezing
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J438: Other emphysema
Also known as:
- Other Hypersomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Unspecified Hypersomnia
- Different Types of Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4719: Other hypersomnia
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
- Coughing
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Somnolence
- Drowsiness
- Feeling sleepy all the time
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- R400: Somnolence
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anish Desai may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desai's office.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 663-5922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Desai in Frederick, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Anish Desai's Primary Practice
7115 Guilford Dr Ste 202
Frederick, MD 21704
(301) 663-5922
Dr. Anish Desai's Practice 2
10605 Concord St Ste 500
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 942-2977
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 1447465232.
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. Anish Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Pulmonologist near Frederick, MD. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anish Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center 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
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Is Anish Desai accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?
Yes, Dr. Anish Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anish Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (301) 663-5922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anish Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (301) 663-5922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anish Desai have?
Dr. Anish Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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