Dr. Ankit Desai
Ophthalmology in Swansea, Illinois
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 14+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Ankit Desai, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Swansea, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2010, having over 14 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Anderson Hospital, Memorial Hospital, St Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Ankit Desai also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Jfj Eyecare Ltd. Dr. Ankit Desai accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (618) 277-1130 to request Dr. Ankit Desai the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Ankit Desai |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
4880819663 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Ophthalmology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 14 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Ankit Desai graduated from medical school in 2010.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1346553450
- NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, July 17, 2010
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, April 2, 2017
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Ankit Desai
Medical Licenses
Dr. Ankit Desai has been primarily specialized in Retina Specialist for over 14 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Ophthalmology / Retina Specialist
click for detail Retina Specialist An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
| 036.139926 | Illinois |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 125057904 | Illinois |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
click for detail Ophthalmology An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
| 036.139926 | Illinois |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Maryville, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Belleville, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Highland, Illinois | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Jfj Eyecare Ltd | 27 |
Practice Locations
3990 N Illinois St
Swansea, IL 62226-1919
Phone: (618) 277-1130
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, April 2, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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