Samir Desai
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
12004 S. Route 59, Suite 100, 
Plainfield, IL 

Overview

I believe in partnering with my patients to provide comprehensive, compassionate and patient-centered care.

Dr. Desai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Graduate Institution

Northeastern Ohio University, MD, 1998

Residency

Summa Akron City Hospital, Resident in Internal Medicine

Specialties

Oncology
Hematology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in OR

Board Certifications

Hematology & Oncology

Fellowships

Brown University, Hematology & Oncology - 2005

Hospital Affiliations

Edward Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Gujarati 

Gender

Male

Awards

Castle Connolly 2025 Top Doctor - 2025
Chicago Magazine
Top Doctors - 2024
Chicago Magazine
Top Doctors - 2022

Insurance

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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
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • 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
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

12004 S. Route 59, Suite 100, Plainfield, IL 60585
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Is Dr. Samir Desai a top-rated expert for Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samir Desai is classified as an Advanced expert for Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), 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. Samir Desai specialize in?

While Dr. Samir Desai is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, and Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Samir Desai accept my insurance?

Dr. Samir Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 630-364-7850 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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