42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desai, Cardiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Kirit Desai, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai completed his residency at Columbus Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Edgewater Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Elizabeth'S Hosp, General Practice. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, 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 (661) 323-8384.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbus Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Edgewater Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Elizabeth'S Hosp, General Practice
Medical School: Gov't Med Coll, South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat, India
Is Dr. Desai board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kirit 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
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
What procedures does Dr. Desai perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Desai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 323-8384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Desai in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Family Health Network
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
SGS North America Inc
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Kirit Desai's Primary Practice
2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 323-8384
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 1649459124.
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. Kirit Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Cardiologist near Bakersfield, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirit 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: Sierra View Medical Center. 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Kirit Desai accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kirit Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirit Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (661) 323-8384 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirit Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (661) 323-8384 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirit Desai have?
Dr. Kirit Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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