Nancy Desai, M.D.
NPI 1912438003 · Rheumatology Physician · Wilkes Barre, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nancy Desai, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Wilkes Barre, PA (NPI 1912438003).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912438003
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 272287 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
1,063 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 333 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 198 | $93 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 187 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 104 | $137 |
| Interpretation of Trabecular Bone Score (tbs) and Report on Fracture Risk77092 | 80 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 388 | 113 |
| Prednisone | 374 | 124 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 148 | 53 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira Pen | 89 | 16 |
| Allopurinol | 76 | 22 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 62 | 23 |
| Tofacitinib Citratebrand: Xeljanz | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$43 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
- 2017-03-21
- Last updated
- 2022-08-19
- Certified
- 2022-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nancy Desai's NPI number?
- Nancy Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912438003, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nancy Desai's specialty?
- Nancy Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nancy Desai located?
- Nancy Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 675 Baltimore Dr, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-7900.
- What is Nancy Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nancy Desai is (570) 808-6111.
- Does Nancy Desai accept Medicare?
- Nancy Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nancy Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Nancy Desai's NPI (1912438003) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.