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DR. MILIND L DESAI O.D.
NPI 1669406021
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Knoxville, TN

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
11232 W POINT DR, SUITE A, KNOXVILLE, TN 37934(865) 966-8255(865) 966-8257 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 2, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Milind L Desai O.d. NPPES

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

DR. MILIND L DESAI O.D. (NPI 1669406021) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (T1971) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669406021
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X
Provider Legal NameDR. MILIND L DESAICredential: O.D.
Location Address11232 W POINT DR, SUITE AKnoxville, TN 37934-2837
Mailing Address11232 W Point Dr, Suite AKnoxville, TN 37934-2837 · (865) 966-8255 · Fax (865) 966-8257
Phone(865) 966-8255
Fax(865) 966-8257
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 2, 2010
✔ NPI 1669406021 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WC0802X
License✔ Licensed in TN · T1971
Definition

The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.

11232 W POINT DR, Knoxville, TN 37934
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PIN103I411381TN
Medicare UPINU74726TN
Medicare NSC5267160001TN

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Milind L Desai O.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 ID5597750661
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040428001582
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
116 services98 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
26 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
16 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37934 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
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 2

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

DR. LINA M DESAI O.D.
Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
11232 W POINT DR, SUITE A
KNOXVILLE, TN 37934
Knox County (865) 777-2020
SPECIALEYES INC
Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
11232 W POINT DR, SUITE A
KNOXVILLE, TN 37934
Knox County (865) 966-8255

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 Milind Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Milind Desai is 1669406021. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Milind Desai located?

Milind Desai practices at 11232 W Point Dr Suite A, Knoxville, TN 37934. The listed phone number is (865) 966-8255.

What is Milind Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Milind Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Milind 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 Milind Desai accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list Milind 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 Milind Desai was last updated on November 2, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.