Meghna Desai, MD
NPI 1609865294 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Springfield, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meghna Desai, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Springfield, IL (NPI 1609865294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609865294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036-126205 (IL)
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
20 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 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 183 | 67 |
| Letrozole | 178 | 69 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 59 | 23 |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 56 | — |
| Filgrastim-Aafibrand: Nivestym | 56 | 15 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 46 | 22 |
| Exemestane | 41 | 15 |
| Dexamethasone |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-17
- Last updated
- 2021-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meghna Desai's NPI number?
- Meghna Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609865294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Meghna Desai's specialty?
- Meghna Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meghna Desai located?
- Meghna Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 315 W Carpenter St Fl 1, Springfield, IL 62702-4901.
- What is Meghna Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meghna Desai is (217) 545-8000.
- Does Meghna Desai accept Medicare?
- Meghna Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Meghna Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Meghna Desai's NPI (1609865294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.