37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Who is Dr. Desai, Internist in Ellicott City, MD?
Dr. Ujwala Desai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ellicott City, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. 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 (301) 621-6570.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine | J.J. Group of Hospitals | J.J. Group of Hospitals | Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ujwala 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
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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ujwala 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 (301) 621-6570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Ellicott City, MD?
Dr. Desai in Ellicott City, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MedStar Health
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Ujwala Desai also offers virtual visits
Dr. Ujwala Desai's Primary Practice
9501 Old Annapolis Rd Ste 308
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(301) 621-6570
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ujwala Desai?
Dr. Desai has appointments available at her Ellicott City, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1952307258.
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. Ujwala Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Internist near Ellicott City, MD.
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. Ujwala 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ujwala Desai accepting new patients in Ellicott City, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ujwala Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ujwala Desai offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Desai, or call (301) 621-6570 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ujwala Desai?
Yes, Dr. Desai offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Desai, or call (301) 621-6570 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ujwala Desai have?
Dr. Ujwala Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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