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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Portage, IN?
Dr. Shreyas Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portage, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Desai graduated from MS University and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (219) 762-4423.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago Program
Medical School: MS University
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 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Lower body paralysis
- Paralysis of legs
- Spinal cord injury paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shreyas 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 (219) 762-4423 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Portage, IN?
Dr. Desai in Portage, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1386646529.
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. Shreyas Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Portage, IN.
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. Shreyas Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Pinnacle Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shreyas Desai accepting new patients in Portage, IN?
Yes, Dr. Shreyas Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shreyas Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (219) 762-4423 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shreyas Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (219) 762-4423 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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