Summary

Dr. Smita Desai is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 25 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from BLDE University's Sri B M Patil Medical College Hospital & Research Centre and completed her residency training at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Her dual focus in internal medicine and hospital medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions.

Dr. Desai practices at Saint Lukes Hospital Easton Campus and provides services in Allentown and Easton, Pennsylvania. She has particular expertise in managing chronic kidney disease and treating patients with high blood pressure, including hypertensive emergencies. Her clinical skills include performing diagnostic imaging such as chest X-rays and CT scans to help evaluate and monitor her patients' conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 25 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Smita R Desai has 3 locations

Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest BlvdAllentown, PA 18103

Lvpg Hospital Medicine At Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Fl 3Allentown, PA 18103
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
25 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Allentown , PAPhiladelphia , PAElizabethtown , PARochester , NY
Med School: Blde Universitys Sri B M Patil Med Coll Hospital & Research Centre Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Smita R Desai

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Smita R Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Smita R Desai has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Smita R Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Blde Universitys Sri B M Patil Med Coll Hospital & Research Centre in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1225229370.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Smita R Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Smita R Desai is affiliated with Saint Lukes Hospital Easton Campus.
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Where is Dr. Smita R Desai's office located?
Dr. Smita R Desai's office is located at 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA, 18103.
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Does Dr. Smita R Desai accept my insurance?
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