Samir Desai, MD
NPI 1659372506 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Plainfield, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samir Desai, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Plainfield, IL (NPI 1659372506).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659372506
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD25984 (OR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
8,214 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 754 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 668 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 659 | $10 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 485 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 464 | $131 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 394 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 83 | 30 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 70 | 23 |
| Hydroxyurea | 36 | — |
| Warfarin Sodium | 31 | — |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 21 | 13 |
| Letrozole | 17 | — |
| Prednisone | 16 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,511 across 43 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-02
- Last updated
- 2023-08-04
- Certified
- 2023-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samir Desai's NPI number?
- Samir Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659372506, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samir Desai's specialty?
- Samir Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samir Desai located?
- Samir Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 12004 S Route 59 Unit 100, Plainfield, IL 60585-5108.
- What is Samir Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samir Desai is (630) 364-7850.
- Does Samir Desai accept Medicare?
- Samir Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samir Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Samir Desai's NPI (1659372506) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.