Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD
Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD works in Carlsbad, CA as
They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1982. Dr. Desai has has worked on more claims relating to
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
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Insurance Accepted
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Advantage Health Solutions HMO
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Capital Blue Cross PPOKeystone Health Plan Central HMOWellspan Health PPO
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Cigna PPOOpen Access PlusSouthern CA Select HMO
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Premium
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Geisinger Choice with no Referral PPO
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CA CommunityCare Network HMOCA Employer Group Plans HMOCA Healthnet PPOSalud y Mas Small / Large Group HMO
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Choice Plus POSMD IPA/Optimum Choice HMO/Preferred POS HMO-POSMedica ChoiceNavigate HMONavigate POSNexus Open AccessOptions PPOSignatureValue - CA HMOSignatureValue Alliance
Locations
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Scripps Medical Foundation2176 Salk Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Scripps Medical Laboratory- Jefferson2205 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
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Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories15004 Innovation Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
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Scripps Coastal Medical Center2176 Salk Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Patient Satisfaction
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How likely are you to recommend Dr. Desai?
I have been seeing her for the past 5 years. Both my sons are her patient too. She is very warm and friendly. She takes time to explain everything in detail. I never feel rushed. She is also very prompt replying to with my email queries.
About Me
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Education
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UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
1982
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Desai accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Desai's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Desai accepts ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna and Amerihealth as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Desai accepts here.
Dr. Desai's office is located at 2176 Salk Ave Carlsbad, CA 92008.
Dr. Desai frequently sees patients for
Yes, Dr. Desai speaks Hindi. See Dr. Desai's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.
Dr. Desai has a star rating of 5.0/5 and has been reviewed 10 times.
Dr. Desai has been practicing as a Family Medicine Specialist for 42 years.
Hospital Affiliations
- Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know
Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.
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Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor
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Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)
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Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year
See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)
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Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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