Summary

Dr. Apurva Desai is an internal medicine physician with 24 years of experience caring for adult patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, building a strong foundation in comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Desai speaks English and brings nearly two and a half decades of clinical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Desai practices at Kaiser Permanente Abingdon Medical Center in Abingdon, Maryland. He focuses on managing complex health conditions including tobacco use disorder, weight management concerns, and high cholesterol in young patients. His practice emphasizes preventive care through adult immunizations, flu vaccines, and COVID-19 booster shots. Patients consistently rate Dr. Desai highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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 board certification
  • 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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Abingdon , MDBaltimore , MDPikesville , MDBaltimore , MD
Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: University of Guadalajara, Mexico Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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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 active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires 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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What languages does Apurva Desai speak?
Apurva Desai speaks English.
Does Apurva Desai accept my insurance?
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Where is Apurva Desai's office located?
Apurva Desai's office is located at 3400 Box Hill Corporate Center Dr, Abingdon, MD, 21009.

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