DR. SOHUM DESAI M.D.
NPI 1700106721
Neurological Surgery in Harlingen, TX

Active since June 02, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2121 PEASE ST STE 406, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 389-4060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 22, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 22, 2019, May 23, 2018, Apr 16, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Sohum Desai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SOHUM DESAI M.D. (NPI 1700106721) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q9799) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Harlingen.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700106721
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SOHUM DESAICredential: M.D.
Location Address2121 PEASE ST STE 406Harlingen, TX 78550-8338
Mailing Address6710 W Expressway 83 Ste 254Harlingen, TX 78552-3624 · (956) 244-1980
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 2, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 22, 20193 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1700106721 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · Q9799 Licensed in TX · BP10038004
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
2121 PEASE ST STE 406, Harlingen, TX 78550

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16710 W Expressway 83 Ste 254Harlingen, TX 78552-3624 · Phone (956) 244-1980

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid367555501TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Sohum 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 ID1254610421
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170222001352
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 2

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.
13 services12 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Valley Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450662
Location100 A Alton GloorBrownsville, TX 78526 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rio Grande Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mcallen, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450711
Location101 E Ridge RdMcallen, TX 78503 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450869
Location5501 South MccollEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
2121 PEASE ST STE 406
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Surgery
2121 PEASE ST STE 406
HARLINGEN, TX 78550

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 Sohum Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sohum Desai is 1700106721. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2010.

Where is Sohum Desai located?

Sohum Desai practices at 2121 Pease St Ste 406, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 389-4060.

What is Sohum Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Sohum Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sohum 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 Sohum Desai accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 6 other insurers list Sohum 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 Sohum Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sohum Desai is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, Rio Grande Regional Hospital and Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sohum Desai was last updated on November 22, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.