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Who is Dr. Desai, Psychiatrist in Port St Lucie, FL?
Dr. Amit Desai, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Port St Lucie, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desai graduated from Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (321) 458-3982.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Amit Desai may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
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 (321) 458-3982 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Port St Lucie, FL?
Dr. Desai in Port St Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Amit Desai's Primary Practice
2550 SE Walton Rd
Port St Lucie, FL 34952
(321) 458-3982
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 1639368673.
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. Amit Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Psychiatrist near Port St Lucie, FL.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Amit 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 Amit Desai accepting new patients in Port St Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Amit Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amit Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (321) 458-3982 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amit Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (321) 458-3982 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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