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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Kejal Desai, DO is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (813) 250-2506.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Floppy Baby Syndrome
- Muscle Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Congenital Low Muscle Tone
- Infant Hypotonia
- Weak Muscle Tone in Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- P942: Congenital hypotonia
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 250-2506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Desai in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Desai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Desai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Tampa General Hospital,Tampa, FL
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Tampa General Hospital,Tampa, FL
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Adventhealth Wesley Chapel,Wesley Chapel, FL
Adventhealth Wesley Chapel,Wesley Chapel, FL
What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1306264361.
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. Kejal Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is Dr. Kejal Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Kejal Desai accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Kejal Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kejal Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (813) 250-2506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kejal Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (813) 250-2506 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Desai's offices are located in Tampa, FL, Univ of Tampa, FL, and Lakeland, FL.
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