Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Chintan Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (410) 332-8484.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hospital Center | Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Desai board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chintan 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
Gujarati
Hindi
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Abscess
- Abscess
- Abscess on stomach
- Belly skin infection
- Pus pocket on abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02211: Cutaneous abscess of abdominal wall
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chintan 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 (410) 332-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Desai in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Chintan Desai's Primary Practice
301 Saint Paul St
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 332-8484
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 1790728152.
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. Chintan Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
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. Chintan Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, Md 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 Chintan Desai accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Chintan Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chintan Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (410) 332-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chintan Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (410) 332-8484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chintan Desai have?
Dr. Chintan Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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