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Dr. Lionel Desroches, MD

Laurelton, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desroches, Nephrologist in Laurelton, NY?

    Dr. Lionel Desroches, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Laurelton, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desroches graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Nephrology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desroches is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desroches’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desroches’s office at (718) 949-6433.

    Where did Dr. Desroches go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Nephrology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Desroches board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lionel Desroches, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Desroches speak?

    Dr. Desroches and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Desroches treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Desroches 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. Desroches. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Disorder
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Thyroid Problem
    • Thyroid Gland Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E079: Disorder of thyroid, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Desroches perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lionel Desroches may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desroches' office.

    Does Dr. Desroches accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desroches accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 949-6433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desroches accept in Laurelton, NY?

    Dr. Desroches in Laurelton, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • RiverSpring Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Desroches' office located?

    Dr. Lionel Desroches' Primary Practice

    22414 Merrick Blvd

    Laurelton, NY 11413

    (718) 949-6433

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    Dr. Lionel Desroches' Practice 2

    1975 Linden Blvd Ste 105

    Elmont, NY 11003

    (516) 285-2850

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    Dr. Lionel Desroches' Practice 3

    13303 Jamaica Ave

    Jamaica, NY 11418

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    What is Dr. Desroches's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Desroches's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003928987.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desroches?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desroches

    What is Dr. Lionel Desroches's specialty?

    Dr. Desroches is a Nephrologist near Laurelton, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Desroches to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lionel Desroches affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desroches is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Lionel Desroches accepting new patients in Laurelton, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lionel Desroches is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lionel Desroches offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desroches's office at (718) 949-6433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lionel Desroches?

    Please contact Dr. Desroches's office at (718) 949-6433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lionel Desroches have?

    Dr. Lionel Desroches is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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