Sheetal Desai, MD
NPI 1699966861 · Rheumatology Physician · Orange, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheetal Desai, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Orange, CA (NPI 1699966861).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699966861
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A87736 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
151 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 57 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 33 | $203 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 33 | $18 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 17 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 78 | 17 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 68 | 22 |
| Celecoxib | 32 | — |
| Prednisone | 31 | — |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 29 | — |
| Gabapentin | 24 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$78,518 across 60 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
- 2007-08-05
- Last updated
- 2013-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheetal Desai's NPI number?
- Sheetal Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699966861, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheetal Desai's specialty?
- Sheetal Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheetal Desai located?
- Sheetal Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 the City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868-3201.
- What is Sheetal Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheetal Desai is (714) 456-8068.
- Does Sheetal Desai accept Medicare?
- Sheetal Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheetal Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheetal Desai's NPI (1699966861) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.