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SAPNA VINOD DESAI M.D.
NPI 1538335500
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Metairie, LA

Active since April 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510, METAIRIE, LA 70006(504) 988-6113(504) 988-7795 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 23, 2026, May 8, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Sapna Vinod Desai M.d. NPPES

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

SAPNA VINOD DESAI M.D. (NPI 1538335500) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.203653) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains a secondary practice location in Metairie.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538335500
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameSAPNA VINOD DESAICredential: M.D.
Location Address4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510Metairie, LA 70006-3015
Mailing Address1430 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112-2632 · (504) 988-2300 · Fax (504) 988-3969
Phone(504) 988-6113
Fax(504) 988-7795
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1538335500 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.203653
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125044012 (IL)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License MD.203653 (LA)
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510, Metairie, LA 70006
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006-2970 · Phone (504) 503-4000 · Fax (504) 503-5018

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid09026296MS
Medicaid2112601LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.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

Sapna Vinod Desai M.d. 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 ID8123142809
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100901000857
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 6

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.

Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin 93793
Anticoagulant management with warfarin involves monitoring and adjusting your medication to prevent blood clots while minimizing the risk of bleeding. Regular blood tests measure your response to warfarin, helping adjust your dose if necessary. It's crucial to maintain a consistent diet and promptly report any changes in your health.
667 services36 patients
Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750
An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.
197 services25 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
86 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
52 services44 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
32 services11 patients
Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451
This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.
26 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Charles Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Luling, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190079
Location1057 Paul Maillard RoadLuling, LA 70070 · St. Charles County
Emergency services

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190202
Location17000 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70006 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
$128.88 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.35 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 20

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers162 claims275 services$18.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers228 claims1,057 services$34.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers28 claims29 services$20.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$7.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
8 suppliers59 claims60 services$87.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers32 claims32 services$32.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

DR. JAMIL FOUAD BORGI M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Jefferson Parish (504) 988-6113
SAUL GARCIA PA-C
Physician Assistant
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Jefferson Parish (504) 454-2222
CRISTINA SANINA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Jefferson Parish (504) 988-6113
DR. ADAM NICHOLAS LICK MD
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Jefferson Parish (504) 988-6113
DR. AABHA DIVYA MBBS, MS, MCH
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 510
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Jefferson Parish (504) 988-6113

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 Sapna Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sapna Desai is 1538335500. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2008.

Where is Sapna Desai located?

Sapna Desai practices at 4228 Houma Blvd Ste 510, Metairie, LA 70006. The listed phone number is (504) 988-6113.

What is Sapna Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Sapna Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sapna 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 Sapna Desai accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Sapna 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 Sapna Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sapna Desai is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, Slidell Memorial Hospital, St Charles Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sapna Desai was last updated on April 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.