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Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Zephyrhills, FL?
Dr. Vijaykumar Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Zephyrhills, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desai graduated from American International University and completed his residency at St Vincent's East Program. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (813) 783-3118.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent's East Program
Medical School: American International University
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Low Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Body Weight
- Underweight BMI
- Low BMI in adults
- BMI below 19.9
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z681: Body mass index [BMI] 19.9 or less, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijaykumar 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
Please contact Dr. Desai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 783-3118 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Zephyrhills, FL?
Dr. Desai in Zephyrhills, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Vijaykumar Desai's Primary Practice
38101 Market Square Dr
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
(813) 783-3118
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 1821011867.
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. Vijaykumar Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Zephyrhills, FL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vijaykumar Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Zephyrhills. 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 Vijaykumar Desai accepting new patients in Zephyrhills, FL?
Yes, Dr. Vijaykumar Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijaykumar Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (813) 783-3118 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijaykumar Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (813) 783-3118 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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