MS. PALAK PRAFUL DESAI CRNP
NPI 1992291280
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Newark, DE

Active since July 10, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
62.02/100
CMS Quality Rating
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202, NEWARK, DE 19713(302) 384-7439 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 15, 2023, Aug 5, 2021, Sep 10, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ms. Palak Praful Desai Crnp NPPES

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

MS. PALAK PRAFUL DESAI CRNP (NPI 1992291280) is an individual family provider in Newark, Delaware, licensed in Delaware (LG-0001161) and active in the NPI registry since July 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992291280
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMS. PALAK PRAFUL DESAICredential: CRNP
Location Address620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202Newark, DE 19713-2130
Mailing Address620 Stanton Christiana Rd Ste 202Newark, DE 19713-2130 · (302) 384-7439
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 15, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 15, 2023
NPI 1992291280 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in DE · LG-0001161
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202, Newark, DE 19713

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

Ms. Palak Praful Desai Crnp 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 ID7517217292
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180829003326
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 9

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.
1,447 services226 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
428 services31 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
366 services163 patients
Alcohol and/or substance (other than tobacco) misuse structured assessment (e.g., audit, dast), and brief intervention 15 to 30 minutes G0396
This service involves a structured evaluation of your alcohol or substance use habits. It identifies potential issues and provides brief counseling to help modify harmful behaviors. It's a short, 15-30 minute process, focused on promoting healthier choices.
156 services147 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
129 services129 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
107 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19713 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
$88.37 typical visit price
range $57.12 – $173.08
Typical copayment $22.09 (range $14.28 – $43.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.68 typical visit price
range $18.36 – $141.05
Typical copayment $25.17 (range $4.59 – $35.26)
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.

62.02/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.03
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202
NEWARK, DE 19713
Physician Assistant
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202
NEWARK, DE 19713
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202
NEWARK, DE 19713
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202
NEWARK, DE 19713
Physician Assistant (Medical)
620 STANTON CHRISTIANA RD STE 202
NEWARK, DE 19713

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 Palak Desai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Palak Desai is 1992291280. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2018.

Where is Palak Desai located?

Palak Desai practices at 620 Stanton Christiana Rd Ste 202, Newark, DE 19713. The listed phone number is (302) 384-7439.

What is Palak Desai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Palak Desai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Palak 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 Palak Desai accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 2 other insurers list Palak 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Palak Desai was last updated on August 15, 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.