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Who is Dr. Desai, Retina Specialist in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Vinay Desai, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (301) 315-2198.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vinay Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
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 Retina Specialist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Retina 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Desai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 315-2198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Desai in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
Selman and company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Vinay Desai's Primary Practice
600 Jefferson Plz Ste 320
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 315-2198
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 1881668119.
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. Vinay Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Retina Specialist near Rockville, MD.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Vinay Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Vinay Desai accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Vinay Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinay Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (301) 315-2198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vinay Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (301) 315-2198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vinay Desai have?
Dr. Vinay Desai is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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