Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions
11925 Sheldon Rd, 
Tampa, FL 

Overview

Neel Desai is an Ophthalmologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Desai is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Cataract, Cloudy Cornea, Endoscopy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 84 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Pennsylvania State University Col Of Medicine

Residency

Medical University of South Carolina , Ophthalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in FL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Johns Hospital University School of Medicine , Ophthalmology

Hospital Affiliations

Morton Plant Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
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CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
EmblemHealth
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Florida Blue
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  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Health Options
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Highmark
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  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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Johns Hopkins Healthcare
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Mutual
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  • PPO
Nippon Life
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Premera Blue Cross
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
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Spectrum Priority Health
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Sunshine Health
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  • HMO
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Eye Institute Of West Florida
11925 Sheldon Rd, Tampa, FL 33626
Other Locations
Eye Institute Of West Florida
6133 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33710
Eye Institute Of West Florida
148 13th St SW, Largo, FL 33770
Eye Institute Of West Florida
501 N Howard Ave Ste 100, Tampa, FL 33606

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.


84 Total Publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Neel R. Desai

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Neel R. Desai?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Neel R. Desai by calling their office at 727-581-8706. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Neel R. Desai a top-rated expert for Pterygium?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Neel R. Desai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pterygium, 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. Neel R. Desai specialize in?

While Dr. Neel R. Desai is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Pterygium, Cataract, and Cloudy Cornea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Neel R. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Neel R. Desai has published 84 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pterygium. You can view a list of Dr. Neel R. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Neel R. Desai accept my insurance?

Dr. Neel R. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-581-8706 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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