Sonali Desai, M.D.
NPI 1952420879 · Rheumatology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sonali Desai, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1952420879).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952420879
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 224319 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
165 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 96 | $108 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 28 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 26 | $71 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 15 | $126 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $71–$126 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 101 | 29 |
| Prednisone | 97 | 21 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 60 | — |
| Leucovorin Calcium | 52 | 17 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 51 | — |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 51 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-29
- Last updated
- 2026-04-06
- Certified
- 2026-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sonali Desai's NPI number?
- Sonali Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952420879, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sonali Desai's specialty?
- Sonali Desai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sonali Desai located?
- Sonali Desai's practice location on file with NPPES is 725 Albany St. Suite 8a, Boston, MA 02118-2526.
- What is Sonali Desai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sonali Desai is (617) 638-7460.
- Does Sonali Desai accept Medicare?
- Sonali Desai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sonali Desai's NPI active?
- Yes — Sonali Desai's NPI (1952420879) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.