Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Commack, NY?
Dr. Avni Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Commack, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at George Washington University / School of Medicine And Health Sciences. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (703) 830-5600.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Montefiore Med. Center
Residency: George Washington University / School of Medicine And Health Sciences
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Desai board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Avni 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
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of large intestine cancer
- History of rectal or anal cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Past colon cancer
- Colorectal cancer survivor
- Previous large bowel malignancy
- Past rectal cancer
- Anal cancer survivor
- Previous rectosigmoid malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine
- Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Medical Procedure
- Elective procedure (non-health)
- Procedure for other purposes
- Non-therapeutic intervention
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Gallbladder Carcinoma
- Malignant Gallbladder Tumor
- Biliary Tract Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C23: Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder
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
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Avni Desai may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (703) 830-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Commack, NY?
Dr. Desai in Commack, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1104010149.
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. Avni Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Commack, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Avni Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Avni Desai accepting new patients in Commack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Avni Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avni Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (703) 830-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avni Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (703) 830-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Avni Desai have?
Dr. Avni Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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