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Who is Dr. Desai, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Watseka, IL?
Dr. Vijay Desai, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watseka, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desai completed his residency at Edgewater Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (630) 321-8300.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edgewater Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest Wall Pain
- Pleural Disorder
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
- Pleurisy pain
- Devil's grip
- Bornholm disease
- Pleurodynia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
- R0781: Pleurodynia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Desai may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (630) 321-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Watseka, IL?
Dr. Desai in Watseka, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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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 1497748040.
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. Vijay Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Watseka, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Vijay 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: St Marys Hospital - Kankakee Llc. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vijay Desai accepting new patients in Watseka, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (630) 321-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (630) 321-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Desai have?
Dr. Vijay Desai is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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