Summary

Dr. Amar Desai specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They completed medical school at Medical College Baroda and pursued residency training at the University of Louisville. With 51 years of experience treating heart and internal medicine conditions, Dr. Desai provides comprehensive care for patients with complex cardiovascular needs. They are fluent in English.

Dr. Desai practices at Central Cardiology Associates in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and maintains hospital privileges at Baptist Health Hardin. They focus on treating diabetes-related conditions, including diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes, particularly in older adults. Their procedural expertise includes cardiac rehabilitation programs and pulmonary function testing to help patients recover from heart conditions and assess lung health. Patients have given Dr. Desai an average rating of 1.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1.7
  • 51 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Louisville
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Central Cardiology Associates

1324 Woodland Dr Ste AElizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseFamily MedicineHospital MedicineEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
1.7 
3.4 
51 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks Russian, English Speaks English
Elizabethtown , KYSpringfield , KYLouisville , KYBONITA SPRINGS , FL
Med School: Medical College Baroda Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Touro New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amar M Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Amar M Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amar M Desai has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Louisville.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Baroda in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1235131947.

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What languages does Dr. Amar Desai speak?
Dr. Amar Desai speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Amar Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Amar Desai is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin.

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