RIA D. DESAI MD – NPI #1235572173
Ophthalmology
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
RIA DESAI is an ophthalmologist located in CHICAGO, IL. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1235572173 to RIA DESAI on April 10, 2013. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207WX0107X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist
The NPI profile was previously updated about 4 years ago on Jul 21, 2022. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for RIA DESAI below.
NPI Profile for
RIA D. DESAI
(more than 13 years ago)
CHICAGO, IL 60611-3111 Phone: (312) 695-8150 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
Vanguard/MacNeal Hospital
Berwyn, IL 60402
Phone: (708) 783-3403
CHICAGO, IL 60654-5855 Phone: (757) 620-6812 Fax:
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207WX0107X - Ophthalmology / Retina Specialist (Primary) |
IL | 036.142549 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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