Prakash Desai, D.O.
NPI 1477759975 · Neurology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prakash Desai, D.O. is a Neurology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1477759975).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477759975
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20A8918 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 160 | 66 |
| Gabapentin | 151 | 69 |
| Levetiracetam | 144 | 59 |
| Primidone | 63 | 26 |
| Pramipexole Di-Hclbrand: Pramipexole Dihydrochloride | 49 | 16 |
| Topiramate | 42 | 16 |
| Phenytoin Sodium Extended | 41 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-22
- Last updated
- 2021-11-29
- Certified
- 2021-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prakash Desai's NPI number?
- Prakash Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477759975, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prakash Desai's specialty?
- Prakash Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prakash Desai located?
- Prakash Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 3565 Del Amo Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503-1637.
- What is Prakash Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prakash Desai is (310) 214-0811.
- Does Prakash Desai accept Medicare?
- Prakash Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prakash Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Prakash Desai's NPI (1477759975) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.