Summary

Dr. Krishna Desai is a family medicine physician who completed her medical education at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. With 18 years of experience in practice, she brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care services. Family medicine allows Dr. Desai to provide ongoing healthcare for patients of all ages, from routine checkups to managing complex medical conditions.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple NewYork Presbyterian locations throughout New York, including the Allen Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, and Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She also sees patients at the Herman Denny Farrell Community Health Center and the Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns. Her clinical expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease and managing high blood pressure. Dr. Desai focuses on helping patients navigate kidney health challenges, including advanced stages of kidney disease that require specialized care coordination.

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Quick Facts

  • 18 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai has 6 locations

Herman Denny Farrell Community Health Center

610 W 158th StNew York, NY 10032
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

New York Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns

1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065

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Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai, MDDr. Arkadiy Takhalov, MDFonderre Lionel Musongong, APRN, RN, NPToni Demarco, FNP
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
18 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English
New York , NYForest Hills , NYFair Lawn , NJSmithtown , NY
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Samarkand State Medical Institute
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 2010 and University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1265607949.

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Dr. Krishna Mahesh Desai's office is located at 610 W 158th St, New York, NY, 10032.

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