Summary

Dr. Shiv Desai specializes in family medicine with additional expertise in sports medicine. As a doctor of osteopathy, he provides comprehensive primary care while focusing on the musculoskeletal system and preventive health approaches that address the whole person.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Allentown, Pennsylvania, including Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital 17th Street, and VHP Family Health Center. He treats patients with back pain during pregnancy and helps manage pressure sores. His services include breast cancer screening and specialized breast imaging procedures to support early detection and women's health initiatives.

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Quick Facts

  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Shiv Desai has 3 locations

Vhp Family Health Center

400 N 17th St Ste 300Allentown, PA 18104
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest BlvdAllentown, PA 18103

Lehigh Valley Hospital 17Th Street

1627 Chew StAllentown, PA 18102

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shiv Desai

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PA Health and Wellness - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shiv Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shiv Desai has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Sports Medicine
  • Sports Medicine (family Medicine)

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Illinois, 2026, Active
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2025, Expired

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Shiv Desai's office located?
Dr. Shiv Desai's office is located at 400 N 17th St Ste 300, Allentown, PA, 18104.
Does Dr. Shiv Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shiv Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shiv Desai?
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Does Dr. Shiv Desai accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Shiv Desai accepting new patients?
Dr. Shiv Desai has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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