Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Svetang Desai, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1003069733
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
444 Fm 1959 RD, Suite A
Houston, TX 770345416
(281) 481-9400
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #P9183 · North Carolina #2009-00008
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003069733. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,175
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$142,228
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 250 | 177 | $87 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 221 | 159 | $122 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 146 | 146 | $107 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 126 | 124 | $74 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 107 | 107 | $159 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 90 | 90 | $232 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 57 | 57 | $130 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 49 | 49 | $169 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 33 | 31 | $125 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 20 | 20 | $174 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 86 peers in Houston Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$12,256
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 18 | $12,134.65 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $121.01 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,451
Patients
685
Total drug cost
$311,745
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 469 | 167 | $8,535 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 209 | 206 | $16,720 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 107 | 31 | $677 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 81 | 31 | $2,231 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 81 | 30 | $1,211 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 72 | 27 | $1,108 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 71 | 46 | $2,094 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 65 | 14 | $222,351 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 56 | 24 | $3,919 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 48 | 47 | $8,527 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Svetang Desai's medical specialty?
Dr. Svetang Desai practices Gastroenterology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Svetang Desai practice?
Dr. Svetang Desai practices at 444 Fm 1959 RD, Houston, TX 770345416. Office phone: 2814819400.
What is Dr. Svetang Desai's NPI?
Dr. Svetang Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003069733, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Svetang Desai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Svetang Desai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Svetang Desai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.