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BALAJI DESAI M.D
NPI 1932385028
Internal Medicine in Danville, VA

Active since January 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
159 EXECUTIVE DR STE K, DANVILLE, VA 24541(434) 791-2751 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Balaji Desai M.d NPPES

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

BALAJI DESAI M.D (NPI 1932385028) is an individual internal medicine provider in Danville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101249951) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sovah Health Danville, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932385028
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameBALAJI DESAICredential: M.D
Location Address159 EXECUTIVE DR STE KDanville, VA 24541-4160
Mailing Address8320 Pearson Farm CtBrowns Summit, NC 27214-9834 · (412) 344-5619
Phone(434) 791-2751
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 2021
NPPES CertifiedNovember 15, 2021
✔ NPI 1932385028 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101249951
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.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseTaxonomy 207RI0200X · License 0101239951 (VA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License MD187963 (PA)
159 EXECUTIVE DR STE K, Danville, VA 24541
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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

Balaji 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 ID7315110970
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111027000483
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 5

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.
18 services18 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
17 services17 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.
16 services16 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.
15 services12 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880
A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Sovah Health Danville

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490075
Location142 South Main StreetDanville, VA 24541 · Danville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24541 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
5%412 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
88%1,751 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
15%653 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
18%1,262 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
98%653 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
46%653 patients3/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
17 suppliers89 claims230 services$6.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers15 claims15 services$2.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
11 suppliers38 claims55 services$1.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$70.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers37 claims37 services$20.68 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
3 suppliers46 claims46 services$115.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Balaji Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Balaji Desai is 1932385028. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2008.

Where is Balaji Desai located?

Balaji Desai practices at 159 Executive Dr Ste K, Danville, VA 24541. The listed phone number is (434) 791-2751.

What is Balaji Desai's specialty?

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

Is Balaji Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Balaji 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.

Is Balaji Desai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Balaji Desai is affiliated with Sovah Health Danville.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Balaji Desai was last updated on November 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.