Summary

Dr. Apurva Desai treats tobacco use disorder, obesity and overweight, and high cholesterol in children and teens, and has practiced internal medicine for 24 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and sees patients in Abingdon, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Maryland School of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

KAISER PERMANENTE ABINGDON MEDICAL CENTER

3400 Box Hill Corporate Center DrAbingdon, MD 21009
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University of Guadalajara, Mexico Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Apurva Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - EPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - EPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Partners
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Apurva Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Apurva Desai has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Apurva Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Maryland that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2002 and University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools in 2002.

NPI Number

Apurva Desai's NPI number is 1346396348.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Apurva Desai accept my insurance?
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What languages does Apurva Desai speak?
Apurva Desai speaks English.
Does Apurva Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Apurva Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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