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Dr. Toral Desai

Santa Cruz, CA

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    Who is Dr. Desai, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Toral Desai is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (408) 819-7310.

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 819-7310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Toral Desai's Primary Practice

    1400 Emeline Ave

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    (408) 819-7310

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    Dr. Toral Desai's Practice 2

    Virtual Visits Only Address

    Sacramento, CA 94209

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    Dr. Toral Desai's Practice 3

    4045 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

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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 1073861761.

    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. Toral Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Santa Cruz, CA. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?

    Explore Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Toral Desai accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Toral Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (408) 819-7310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Toral Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (408) 819-7310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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