Bela D. Desai

Overview

Bela Desai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Residency

Mercy Hospital, Internal Medicine

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Geriatric Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine

Fellowships

Loyola Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Geriatrics

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Gujarati 
Hindi

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
EMI Health
  • PPO
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Nippon Life
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Northern Plains Alliance
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Zing Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine
77 Rand Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bela D. Desai

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Is Dr. Bela D. Desai a top-rated expert for Pneumonia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bela D. Desai is classified as an Experienced expert for Pneumonia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Bela D. Desai specialize in?

While Dr. Bela D. Desai is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pneumonia, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Bela D. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Bela D. Desai has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pneumonia. You can view a list of Dr. Bela D. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Bela D. Desai accept my insurance?

Dr. Bela D. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-298-0310 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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