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Who is Dr. Desai, Radiation Oncologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ajay Desai, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Radiation Oncology; Spartanburg Reg Hlthcare Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (661) 322-2206.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Radiation Oncology; Spartanburg Reg Hlthcare Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Desai may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
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 (661) 322-2206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Desai in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1124015706.
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. Ajay Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Radiation Oncologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Ajay Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Kaweah Health Medical Center 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
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Is Ajay Desai accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (661) 322-2206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (661) 322-2206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Desai have?
Dr. Ajay Desai is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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