Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Pooja Desai, OT
Hand Occupational Therapist (CMS: Occupational Therapist in Private Practice) · Occupational Therapist · Gastonia, NC
- NPI 1487293171
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
436 E Long Ave Ste 1
Gastonia, NC 280542543
(704) 850-9099
fax (980) 247-4004
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2019 — 7 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 11, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225XH1200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #5495
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487293171. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
389
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$9,041
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 168 | 22 | $24 | |
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 79 | 16 | $35 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 78 | 18 | $21 | |
97035 |
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes | 64 | 18 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 97. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Pooja Desai's medical specialty?
Dr. Pooja Desai practices Hand Occupational Therapist in Gastonia, NC.
Where does Dr. Pooja Desai practice?
Dr. Pooja Desai practices at 436 E Long Ave Ste 1, Gastonia, NC 280542543. Office phone: 7048509099.
What is Dr. Pooja Desai's NPI?
Dr. Pooja Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487293171, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Pooja Desai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Pooja Desai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Pooja Desai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.