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DR. ALOK DESH ALOK DESH
NPI 1780979823
Hospitalist in Austin, TX

Active since June 16, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1201 W 38TH ST, AUSTIN, TX 78705(512) 324-1864(512) 419-9016 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2026, Jun 20, 2025, Apr 29, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Alok Desh Alok Desh NPPES

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

DR. ALOK DESH ALOK DESH (NPI 1780979823) is an individual hospitalist provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Idaho (M-15470) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780979823
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALOK DESHCredential: ALOK DESH
Location Address1201 W 38TH STAustin, TX 78705-1006
Mailing Address4515 Seton Center Pkwy Ste 215Austin, TX 78759-5785 · (512) 324-1864 · Fax (512) 419-9016
Phone(512) 324-1864
Fax(512) 419-9016
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2026
✔ NPI 1780979823 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in ID · M-15470
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License P6604 (TX), M-15470 (ID)
1201 W 38TH ST, Austin, TX 78705
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Alok D Deshpande

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1801 Pole Line Rd WTwin Falls, ID 83301-5810 · Phone (208) 814-4100 · Fax (208) 814-4908
Location 29850 W St Lukes DrNampa, ID 83687-7912 · Phone (208) 205-7282 · Fax (208) 205-7282
Location 32003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D Alene, ID 83814-6051 · Phone (208) 625-6900 · Fax (208) 625-6910
Location 41055 N Curtis RdBoise, ID 83706-1309 · Phone (208) 367-7350

Other Identifiers 5

Other353368YKXVTX · Medicare Arc Travis
Other338692207TX · Medicaid Arc Travis
Other353368YLP2TX · Medicare Saims Rot
Other353368YLP1TX · Medicare Saims Travis
Other353368YKXYTX · Medicare Arc Rot

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Oscar Insurance Company and more.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. Alok Desh Alok Desh 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 ID7618193194
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140717002137, I20201221001706, I20230905000191
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.

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.
134 services57 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.
42 services42 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.
39 services20 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.
36 services36 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 50 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0426
A Telehealth consultation is a virtual medical appointment. In an emergency department or initial inpatient scenario, a healthcare professional interacts with you through a secured video call for about 50 minutes. It allows you to receive care without physically being in the hospital.
12 services12 patients
Telehealth consultation, critical care, initial , physicians typically spend 60 minutes communicating with the patient and providers via telehealth G0508
A telehealth consultation for critical care is a virtual meeting with a physician, typically lasting 60 minutes. Here, the doctor assesses your health condition, provides guidance, and communicates with other care providers, all through digital platforms. It's a safe, convenient way to receive critical care.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number130007
Location1055 North Curtis RoadBoise, ID 83706 · Ada County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kootenai Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Coeur D'alene, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number130049
Location2003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D'alene, ID 83814 · Kootenai County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Mother Frances Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450102
Location800 East DawsonTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur Springs, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450236
Location115 Airport RdSulphur Springs, TX 75482 · Hopkins County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Mother Frances Hospital- Winnsboro

Critical Access Hospitals · Winnsboro, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number451381
Location719 West Coke RoadWinnsboro, TX 75494 · Wood County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78705 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$101.65 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $25.41 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$17.94 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
1 supplier20 claims20 services$91.88 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 20

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

PRIYANKA GURRU
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 495-5555
MRS. JESSICA WILLS FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1000
CHLOE CULLEN RN
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1000
THERESA CAROLINE THORNHILL
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1085
DR. DONALD KYLE KELLEY M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1201 W 38TH ST, NEONATAL OFFICE
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1086
KYLE ALEXANDER SCHWARTZ PA-C
Physician Assistant
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1000
DR. MELODY S NGUYEN DNP, APRN CPNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1201 W 38TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1000
KENNETH WILLIAM DOMUCZICZ JR. MD
Emergency Medicine
1201 W 38TH ST, #101
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 324-1010

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 Alok Desh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alok Desh is 1780979823. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2011. The provider is also known as Dr. Alok D Deshpande.

Where is Alok Desh located?

Alok Desh practices at 1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705. The listed phone number is (512) 324-1864.

What is Alok Desh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Alok Desh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alok Desh 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 Alok Desh accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Oscar Insurance Company, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Alok Desh 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 Alok Desh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alok Desh is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Kootenai Health, Christus Mother Frances Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs and Christus Mother Frances Hospital- Winnsboro.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alok Desh was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.