Akash Desai, MD
Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Akash Desai is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology specialist based in Austin, TX with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Akash Desai, MD practices as part of a group vascular & interventional radiology specialist practice in Austin, TX. Trained at Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine (class of 2017), he has been practicing for over 9 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.14/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1068dNPPES updated 2023-06-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas.
MIPS Score
202383.14/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
1,043
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePercentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$978 received from industry
18 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Akash Desai's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2017
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 20, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Taxonomy: 2085R0204X
Education & Training
Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine (Class of 2017)
Mailing address
3601 4th St Stop 8312, Lubbock, TX 79430-8312
Differs from practice location
Virtual Vascular & Interventional Radiology Care With Akash Desai
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Akash Desai for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Austin required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Akash Desai
Dr. Desai is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Austin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 324-7000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Akash Desai
Practice Location
1500 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701-1918
Mailing Address
3601 4th St Stop 8312, Lubbock, TX 79430-8312
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