Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bakul Desai, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · North Bergen, NJ
- NPI 1376654624
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1625 JFK Blvd
North Bergen, NJ 07047
(201) 216-3060
fax (201) 499-0253 - Mailing address
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1625 Jkf Blvd
North Bergen, NJ 070476302
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 5, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #25MA03746000
- Medicaid
- NJ #3705307
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376654624. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,107
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$156,417
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 186 | 72 | $97 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 154 | 67 | $15 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 84 | 62 | $193 | |
93923 |
Complete ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries | 74 | 60 | $119 | |
93979 |
Ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts | 73 | 60 | $108 | |
93886 |
Complete ultrasound of within the brain blood flow | 72 | 59 | $315 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 71 | 59 | $177 | |
93925 |
Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts | 69 | 56 | $281 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 68 | 56 | $174 | |
96374 |
Injection of drug or substance into vein | 48 | 48 | $43 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 143. This provider delivers 7.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
470
Patients
88
Total drug cost
$62,346
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 61 | 14 | $829 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 61 | 25 | $1,795 |
| Nebivolol Hcl | Generic | 52 | 19 | $4,171 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 51 | 19 | $224 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 33 | 11 | $511 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 31 | 0 | $486 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 29 | 0 | $153 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $28,895 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $285 |
| Ranolazine Er (Ranolazine) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $3,731 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bakul Desai's medical specialty?
Dr. Bakul Desai practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in North Bergen, NJ.
Where does Dr. Bakul Desai practice?
Dr. Bakul Desai practices at 1625 JFK Blvd, North Bergen, NJ 07047. Office phone: 2012163060.
What is Dr. Bakul Desai's NPI?
Dr. Bakul Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376654624, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bakul Desai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bakul Desai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bakul Desai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.