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Who is Dr. Desmarais, Pediatric Physiatrist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Lauren Desmarais, DO is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desmarais is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desmarais’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desmarais’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What languages does Dr. Desmarais speak?
Dr. Desmarais and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Desmarais typically treat?
As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Desmarais diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Desmarais. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Dystonia
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Desmarais typically perform?
As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Desmarais performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Desmarais. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Reprogramming of Implanted Pain Pump
- Intrathecal pump reprogramming
- Epidural pump adjustment
- Pain pump electronic analysis
- Implanted drug pump management
CPT Codes:
- 62368: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Check
- Intrathecal pump analysis
- Epidural pump evaluation
- Drug pump status check
CPT Codes:
- 62367: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); without reprogramming or refill
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Does Dr. Desmarais accept my insurance?
Dr. Desmarais accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desmarais accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Desmarais in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
State of Colorado
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Where is Dr. Desmarais' office located?
Dr. Lauren Desmarais' Primary Practice
4125 Briargate Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(720) 848-0000
What is Dr. Desmarais's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desmarais's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497100242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desmarais?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desmarais
What is Dr. Lauren Desmarais's specialty?
Dr. Desmarais is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Colorado Springs, CO.
What does a Pediatric Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients.
Is this Dr. Lauren Desmarais affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desmarais is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Colorado - Outpatient Care At Briargate, Childrens Hospital Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora, Childrens Hospital Colorado - Therapy Care On Telstar, San Luis Valley Health - Regional Medical Center, Childrens Hospital Colorado - Colorado Springs. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Lauren Desmarais accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Desmarais is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Desmarais offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desmarais's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Desmarais?
Please contact Dr. Desmarais's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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