Christina Desai, M.D.
NPI 1912161662 · Hospitalist Physician · Ventura, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christina Desai, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Ventura, CA (NPI 1912161662).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912161662
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A105606 (CA)
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 tenure28% of score
17 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
546 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 50 Minutes99233 | 228 | $118 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 97 | $80 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 93 | $118 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 62 | $176 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 55 | $108 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 42 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 27 |
| Furosemide | 26 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 21 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 18 |
| Memantine Hcl | 16 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 14 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 14 |
| Levetiracetambrand: Levetiracetam Er | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 5323 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75390-8889Phone: (214) 648-2292
- 5323 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75390-8889Phone: (214) 648-2292
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-11
- Last updated
- 2019-08-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christina Desai's NPI number?
- Christina Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912161662, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christina Desai's specialty?
- Christina Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christina Desai located?
- Christina Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 147 N Brent St, Ventura, CA 93003-2809.
- What is Christina Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christina Desai is (805) 652-5652.
- Does Christina Desai accept Medicare?
- Christina Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christina Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Christina Desai's NPI (1912161662) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.