DR. KARAN A DESAI M.D.
NPI 1861781239
Plastic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand in Winter Garden, FL

Active since April 06, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17000 PORTER RD STE 205, WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787(321) 843-4800(321) 843-2172 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2020, Jun 1, 2020, May 10, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Karan A Desai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KARAN A DESAI M.D. (NPI 1861781239) is an individual surgery of the hand provider in Winter Garden, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME144026) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Orlando Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Orlando.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861781239
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2082S0105X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARAN A DESAICredential: M.D.
Location Address17000 PORTER RD STE 205Winter Garden, FL 34787-8915
Mailing Address17000 Porter Rd Ste 205Winter Garden, FL 34787-8915 · (321) 843-4800 · Fax (321) 843-2172
Fax(321) 843-2172
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20205 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2020
NPI 1861781239 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyPlastic Surgery · Surgery of the HandAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2082S0105X
License Licensed in FL · ME144026
Definition
A plastic surgeon with additional training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0106X · License ME144026 (FL)
Also ListedPlastic SurgeryTaxonomy 208200000X · License ME144026 (FL)
Also ListedSurgery · Surgery of the HandTaxonomy 2086S0105X · License ME144026 (FL)
17000 PORTER RD STE 205, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11222 S Orange AveOrlando, FL 32806-1215 · Phone (321) 843-4800

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid105781100FL

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. Karan A 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 ID3577805324
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200609001036
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 12

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.

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130
An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.
154 services101 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.
124 services124 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
90 services56 patients
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.
75 services56 patients
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110
An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
72 services35 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.
69 services55 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Orlando Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Orlando, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100006
Location52 W Underwood StOrlando, FL 32806 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ocoee, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number100030
Location10000 W Colonial DrOcoee, FL 34761 · Orange County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34787 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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 3

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
17000 PORTER RD STE 205
WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
17000 PORTER RD STE 205
WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
17000 PORTER RD STE 205
WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787

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 Karan Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karan Desai is 1861781239. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2011.

Where is Karan Desai located?

Karan Desai practices at 17000 Porter Rd Ste 205, Winter Garden, FL 34787. The listed phone number is (321) 843-4800.

What is Karan Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery, specializing in Surgery of the Hand, with taxonomy code 2082S0105X.

Is Karan Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karan 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 Karan Desai accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Molina Healthcare list Karan 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 Karan Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karan Desai is affiliated with Orlando Health and Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karan Desai was last updated on July 9, 2020. 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.