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KOOSH DESAI MD
NPI 1386097210
Internal Medicine in Augusta, GA

Active since July 15, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1120 15TH ST, AUGUSTA, GA 30912(706) 442-1800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2023, Jul 14, 2023, Feb 1, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Koosh Desai Md NPPES

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

KOOSH DESAI MD (NPI 1386097210) is an individual internal medicine provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (008915) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386097210
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKOOSH DESAICredential: MD
Location Address1120 15TH STAugusta, GA 30912-0004
Mailing Address1120 15th StAugusta, GA 30912-0004 · (706) 442-1800
Phone(706) 442-1800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2023
✔ NPI 1386097210 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 008915
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1120 15TH ST, Augusta, GA 30912
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..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

Koosh 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 ID5193056562
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191016001409
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 4

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.
224 services88 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.
30 services30 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
24 services24 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110007
Location417 Third AvenueAlbany, GA 31703 · Dougherty County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30912 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

DR. TOYA HESTER KELLEY MD
Family Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-3157
DR. JACK BRADLEY ELLIS D.O.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
MR. ROBERT SCOTT SMITH FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8549
SAMI MOHAMMED ALSHEHRY
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1120 15TH ST, 1065
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2411
LUIS ALBERTO VELASQUEZ ZARATE M.D
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2771
DR. BRYAN RICHARD BROACH M.D.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
JANELLE MCGILL M.D.
Pediatrics
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
DR. KAYLA ASHLEY SHAHBAZIAN DO
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623

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 Koosh Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Koosh Desai is 1386097210. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2016.

Where is Koosh Desai located?

Koosh Desai practices at 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912. The listed phone number is (706) 442-1800.

What is Koosh Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Koosh Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Koosh 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 Koosh Desai accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Koosh 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.

Is Koosh Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Koosh Desai is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Koosh Desai was last updated on July 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.