Neal Desai, M.D.
NPI 1831483866 · Ophthalmology Physician · Jamaica, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Neal Desai, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Jamaica, NY (NPI 1831483866).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831483866
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LP02273 (RI)
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
15 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
802 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 151 | $123 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 112 | $44 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 101 | $42 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 93 | $72 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 82 | $39 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 49 | $27 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 737 | 224 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 294 | 115 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 227 | 100 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 224 | 72 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 185 | 59 |
| Ofloxacin | 128 | 71 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 74 | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
- 2011-06-07
- Last updated
- 2017-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Neal Desai's NPI number?
- Neal Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831483866, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Neal Desai's specialty?
- Neal Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Neal Desai located?
- Neal Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 16521 Hillside Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432-4134.
- What is Neal Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Neal Desai is (718) 657-1717.
- Does Neal Desai accept Medicare?
- Neal Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Neal Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Neal Desai's NPI (1831483866) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.