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Who is Dr. Desai, Physiatrist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Monika Desai, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (212) 342-0502.
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a 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:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Wry Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Torticollis
- Cervical Dystonia
- Twisted Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M436: Torticollis
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Monika Desai may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (212) 342-0502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Desai in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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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 1649675760.
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. Monika Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Physiatrist near Bronx, NY. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Monika 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
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Is Monika Desai accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Monika Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monika Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (212) 342-0502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monika Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (212) 342-0502 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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