Tusar Desai, MD
NPI 1740271527 · Gastroenterology Physician · Neptune, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tusar Desai, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Neptune, NJ (NPI 1740271527).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740271527
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 79526 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
436 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 90 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 78 | $175 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 76 | $265 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 75 | $98 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 42 | $137 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 197 | 86 |
| Ursodiol | 77 | 31 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 56 | 22 |
| Misoprostol | 45 | 15 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 36 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 35 | 11 |
| Mercaptopurine | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$192 across 5 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 22 Old Waterbury Rd Ste 106Southbury, CT 06488-3848Phone: (203) 739-7038
- 4500 Memorial DrBelleville, IL 62226-5360Phone: (618) 257-6220Fax: (618) 257-6679
- 4600 Investment Dr Ste 270Troy, MI 48098-6375Phone: (248) 884-9710Fax: (248) 884-9711
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-02
- Last updated
- 2025-09-16
- Certified
- 2025-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tusar Desai's NPI number?
- Tusar Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740271527, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tusar Desai's specialty?
- Tusar Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tusar Desai located?
- Tusar Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 1945 State Route 33, Neptune, NJ 07753-4859.
- What is Tusar Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tusar Desai is (732) 897-2770.
- Does Tusar Desai accept Medicare?
- Tusar Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tusar Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Tusar Desai's NPI (1740271527) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.