NITA S DESAI MD
NPI 1043264443
Psychiatry & Neurology - Addiction Medicine in Memphis, TN

Q: What is Nita Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nita Desai is 1043264443. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2006.

Q: What is Nita Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Addiction Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084A0401X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nita Desai was last updated on August 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since May 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3000 GETWELL RD, MEMPHIS, TN 38118(901) 268-8620(901) 877-7991 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 24, 2022, Mar 24, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Nita S Desai Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

NITA S DESAI MD (NPI 1043264443) is an individual addiction medicine provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (17768) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043264443

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084A0401X

Provider Legal NameNITA S DESAICredential: MD

Location Address3000 GETWELL RDMemphis, TN 38118-2205

Mailing AddressPo Box 17171Memphis, TN 38187-0171 · (901) 877-7897 · Fax (901) 877-7991

Phone(901) 268-8620

Fax(901) 877-7991

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateMay 20, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 24, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 24, 2022

✔ NPI 1043264443 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Addiction MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084A0401X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 17768✔ Licensed in TN · MD0000017768

Definition

A doctor of osteopathy board eligible/certified in the field of Psychiatry by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry is able to obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine

3000 GETWELL RD, Memphis, TN 38118

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Other Identifiers 2

OtherP00054180TN · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid3079276TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company, Providence Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nita S Desai Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5395715965

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040729001453

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

221 services18 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

15 services14 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38118 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

PRISM MEDICAL GROUP, PLC

Emergency Medicine

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8600

DAVID RICHARDSON M.D.

Emergency Medicine

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8100

RACHEL TURNER BURANA RD

Dietitian, Registered

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8558

JAMES O. BRIDGES PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8600

DR. JAMES V ELLIS MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8100

MAX R. DOUGAN JR. MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

3000 GETWELL RD, DELTA MEDICAL CENTER
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8560

KEYSTONE MEDICAL SERVICES OF TN, INC.

Emergency Medicine

3000 GETWELL RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8100

RESURRECTION ER, LLC

Emergency Medicine

3000 GETWELL RD, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
MEMPHIS, TN 38118

Shelby County (901) 369-8602

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Nita Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nita Desai is 1043264443. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2006.

Where is Nita Desai located?

Nita Desai practices at 3000 Getwell Rd, Memphis, TN 38118. The listed phone number is (901) 268-8620.

What is Nita Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Addiction Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084A0401X.

Is Nita Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nita Desai is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Nita Desai accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Nita Desai as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nita Desai was last updated on August 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.