Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Arati Desai, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (CMS: Hospice/Palliative Care) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1689638983
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.5 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 191045127
(215) 615-5858
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 27, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD438067
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689638983. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
379
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$48,560
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 181 | 75 | $149 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 70 | $101 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 35 | 13 | $82 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 26 | 26 | $188 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Philadelphia Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician, average services per provider: 51. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$37
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novocure INC. | 1 | $36.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
437
Patients
162
Total drug cost
$370,922
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 114 | 46 | $3,495 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 88 | 28 | $3,489 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 55 | 36 | $499 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 52 | 24 | $351 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 33 | 16 | $514 |
| Lacosamide | Generic | 33 | 12 | $4,619 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $8,784 |
| Gleostine (Lomustine) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $7,684 |
| Levetiracetam ER (Levetiracetam) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $1,581 |
| Tafinlar (Dabrafenib Mesylate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $171,579 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Arati Desai's medical specialty?
Dr. Arati Desai practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Arati Desai practice?
Dr. Arati Desai practices at 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 191045127. Office phone: 2156155858.
What is Dr. Arati Desai's NPI?
Dr. Arati Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689638983, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Arati Desai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Arati Desai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Arati Desai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.