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Dr. Narendra Desai, MD

Otolaryngologist

Gurnee, IL

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desai, Otolaryngologist in Gurnee, IL?

    Dr. Narendra Desai, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Gurnee, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Sydenham Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Sydenham Hosp, General Surgery | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Gov't Med Coll, South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat, India | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences | MARATHWADA UNIVERSITY | Govt Med College

    Is Dr. Desai board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Narendra Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    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 an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by Dr. Narendra Desai may include:

    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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Gurnee, IL?

    Dr. Desai in Gurnee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Commercial

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Narendra Desai's Primary Practice

    222 S Greenleaf St Ste 102

    Gurnee, IL 60031

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    Dr. Narendra Desai's Practice 2

    1880 W Winchester Rd Ste 103

    Libertyville, IL 60048

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    What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A 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 1669449336.

    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. Narendra Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is an Otolaryngologist near Gurnee, IL.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. Narendra Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Advocate Condell 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Narendra Desai accepting new patients in Gurnee, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Narendra Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Narendra Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Narendra Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's offices are located in Gurnee, IL and Libertyville, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Narendra Desai have?

    Dr. Narendra Desai is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.