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DR. BIJAL DESAI M.D.
NPI 1679593909
Internal Medicine in Mauldin, SC

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
309 W BUTLER RD, MAULDIN, SC 29662(864) 297-1575(877) 817-1801 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 21, 2023, Oct 15, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Bijal Desai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BIJAL DESAI M.D. (NPI 1679593909) is an individual internal medicine provider in Mauldin, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (LL29227) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis-downtown, and maintains a secondary practice location in Alexandria.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679593909
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BIJAL DESAICredential: M.D.
Location Address309 W BUTLER RDMauldin, SC 29662-2531
Mailing AddressPo Box 639856Cincinnati, OH 45263-9856
Phone(864) 297-1575
Fax(877) 817-1801
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 21, 2023
✔ NPI 1679593909 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · LL29227✔ Licensed in VA · 0101250322
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.
309 W BUTLER RD, Mauldin, SC 29662
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1325 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314-3627 · Phone (703) 683-9500 · Fax (864) 284-0844

Other Identifiers 4

Other29227SC · State License
Medicaid0101250322VA
Medicaid292276SC
Other0101250322VA · Lisence

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bijal 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 ID6406901339
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090828000362
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Bijal Desai reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

St Francis Physician Services Inc
Same address
Family Medicine
309 W BUTLER RD
Mauldin, SC 29662
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 248 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841668670 (864) 297-1575

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
576 services181 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
132 services132 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 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.
58 services50 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
29 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Francis-Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420023
LocationOne St Francis DrGreenville, SC 29601 · Greenville County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29662 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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 3

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

DR. MARIE ROSE BONABON M.D.
Pediatrics
309 W BUTLER RD
MAULDIN, SC 29662
Greenville County (864) 297-1575
LESLEY D LOOPER PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
309 W BUTLER RD
MAULDIN, SC 29662
Greenville County (864) 297-1575
ST FRANCIS PHYSICIAN SERVICES INC
Family Medicine
309 W BUTLER RD
MAULDIN, SC 29662
Greenville County (864) 297-1575

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 Bijal Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bijal Desai is 1679593909. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Bijal Desai located?

Bijal Desai practices at 309 W Butler Rd, Mauldin, SC 29662. The listed phone number is (864) 297-1575.

What is Bijal Desai's specialty?

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

Is Bijal Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bijal 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Bijal Desai's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bijal Desai reassigns Medicare benefits to St Francis Physician Services Inc (Mauldin, SC). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Bijal Desai's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bijal Desai accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and First Choice Next and 3 other insurers list Bijal 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 Bijal Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bijal Desai is affiliated with St Francis-Downtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bijal Desai was last updated on November 21, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.