Meghna Desai
NPI 1629384821 · Nephrology Physician · Wayne, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meghna Desai is a Nephrology Physician provider in Wayne, NJ (NPI 1629384821).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629384821
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA09375100 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
951 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 544 | $83 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 97 | $376 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 93 | $138 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 88 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $96 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 36 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 32 | — |
| Calcium Acetate | 31 | — |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 29 | — |
| Calcitriol | 28 | — |
| Lisinopril | 19 | — |
| Furosemide | 18 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 50 Mount Prospect AveClifton, NJ 07013-1900Phone: (973) 653-3366
- 764 Main St Ste 3cPaterson, NJ 07503-2640Phone: (973) 653-3366Fax: (973) 653-3365
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-25
- Last updated
- 2020-03-20
- Certified
- 2020-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meghna Desai's NPI number?
- Meghna Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629384821, 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 Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meghna Desai located?
- Meghna Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 246 Hamburg Tpke Ste 207, Wayne, NJ 07470-2160.
- What is Meghna Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meghna Desai is (973) 653-3366.
- 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 (1629384821) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.