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Dr. Anant Desai, MD

Dr. Anant Desai, MD

Nephrologist

Granada Hills, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Nephrologist in Granada Hills, CA?

    Dr. Anant Desai, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Granada Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Kasturba Medical College, India and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Nephrology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (818) 366-4626.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Nephrology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Barnabas Med Center | St Barnabas Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Kasturba Medical College, India | Kasturba Medical College, India | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore

    Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anant 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anant Desai may include:

    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 (818) 366-4626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Granada Hills, CA?

    Dr. Desai in Granada Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Anant Desai's Primary Practice

    10605 Balboa Blvd Ste 240

    Granada Hills, CA 91344

    (818) 366-4626

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    Dr. Anant Desai's Practice 2

    23928 Lyons Ave Ste 105

    Newhall, CA 91321

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    What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1871500389.

    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. Anant Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Nephrologist near Granada Hills, CA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Anant Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Anant Desai accepting new patients in Granada Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anant Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anant Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (818) 366-4626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anant Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (818) 366-4626 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's offices are located in Granada Hills, CA and Newhall, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anant Desai have?

    Dr. Anant Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.