Summary

Dr. Veena Desai is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences. With 22 years of experience in practice, she brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. Dr. Desai is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, helping her connect with diverse patient communities.

Dr. Desai is affiliated with The Valley Hospital and practices at locations in Westwood, Paramus, and Emerson, New Jersey. She specializes in managing chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as kidney disease care. Her practice emphasizes preventive medicine through adult immunizations and flu vaccines. Patients rate Dr. Desai 4.6 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and medical expertise.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • University Of Birmingham College Of Medical And Dental Sciences
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Veena Desai has 3 locations

MPV New Jersey MD Services, PC

250 Old Hook RdWestwood, NJ 07675

Pascack Valley Medical Group

1 W Ridgewood AveParamus, NJ 07652

Pascack Valley Medical Group

466 Old Hook RdEmerson, NJ 07630

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Med School: University Of Birmingham College Of Medical And Dental Sciences Med School: Dr B R Ambedkar Medical College Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Veena Desai

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Veena Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Veena Desai has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Veena Desai holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Birmingham College Of Medical And Dental Sciences in 2004.

NPI Number

Veena Desai's NPI number is 1548594211.

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Veena Desai speaks Chinese and Spanish.
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