18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desai, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Arati Desai, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, 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 (215) 615-0063.
Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Arati 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
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Desai typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
- Brain Disease
- Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
- Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
- Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Desai typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 615-0063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Desai in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
Dr. Arati Desai's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 615-0063
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 1689638983.
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. Arati Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Arati Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Penn Medicine Princeton 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arati Desai accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Arati Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arati Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (215) 615-0063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arati Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (215) 615-0063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arati Desai have?
Dr. Arati Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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