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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Himanshu Desai, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine and completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (318) 797-8777.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine | Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University of The West Indies, Fac of Med, St Augustine, Trinidad | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Himanshu 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Himanshu Desai may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (318) 797-8777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Desai in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
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 1710976592.
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. Himanshu Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Himanshu Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Himanshu Desai accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Himanshu Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Himanshu Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (318) 797-8777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Himanshu Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (318) 797-8777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Himanshu Desai have?
Dr. Himanshu Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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