Summary

Geriatric medicine is the focus of Dr. Rikesh Desai's practice, where he treats hypertension, hypertensive emergency, and pediatric hypertension, and performs remote patient monitoring. He has practiced for 29 years and is affiliated with Banner Boswell Medical Center.

Dr. Desai completed his residency at Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Surprise and Sun City, Arizona. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 79 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rikesh Rajendra Desai has 5 locations

Westside Internal Medicine

13921 W Grand Ave Ste 502Surprise, AZ 85374
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

Westside Internal Medicine

13640 N 99th Ave Ste 400Sun City, AZ 85351
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

Westside Internal Medicine

13640 N 99th AveSun City, AZ 85351

Westside Internal Medicine

13921 W Grand AveSurprise, AZ 85374

Banner Boswell Medical Center

10401 W Thunderbird BlvdSun City, AZ 85351

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29 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Surprise , AZCheyenne , WYFlorence , AZPhoenix , AZ
Med School: Med Coll M S Univ Of Baroda Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rikesh Rajendra Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - HMO
  • Banner Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Bright Health
  • Care1st
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Priority Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Summit Community Care
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rikesh Rajendra Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rikesh Rajendra Desai has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Rikesh Rajendra Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Med Coll M S Univ Of Baroda in 1998 and Medical College Baroda in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1396966743.

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What languages does Dr. Rikesh Desai speak?
Dr. Rikesh Desai speaks English and Spanish.

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