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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Rheumatologist in Hopkinsville, KY?
Dr. Kishorkumar Desai, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Hopkinsville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (270) 885-3876.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
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 Dr. Desai treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Adult-Onset Still's Disease
- Juvenile Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Still's Disease (Adult Form)', 'Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (Adult)', 'Adult Still's Syndrome
- AOSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M061: Adult-onset Still's disease
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kishorkumar Desai may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desai's office.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 885-3876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Hopkinsville, KY?
Dr. Desai in Hopkinsville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Kishorkumar Desai's Primary Practice
1830 High St # A
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 885-3876
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 1124005038.
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. Kishorkumar Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Rheumatologist near Hopkinsville, KY. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kishorkumar Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Kishorkumar Desai accepting new patients in Hopkinsville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kishorkumar Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kishorkumar Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (270) 885-3876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kishorkumar Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (270) 885-3876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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