46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desandies, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Kenneth Desandies, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Desandies graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine. Dr. Desandies is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desandies’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desandies’s office at (703) 348-9110.
Where did Dr. Desandies go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desandies speak?
Dr. Desandies and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desandies treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Desandies 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. Desandies. 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:
- 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:
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Desandies perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Kenneth Desandies may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desandies' office.
Does Dr. Desandies accept my insurance?
Dr. Desandies accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 348-9110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desandies accept in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Desandies in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
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Where is Dr. Desandies' office located?
Dr. Kenneth Desandies also offers virtual visits
Dr. Kenneth Desandies' Primary Practice
7609 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 348-9110
Dr. Kenneth Desandies' Practice 3
6192 Oxon Hill Rd Ste 303
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 567-0978
What is Dr. Desandies's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desandies's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417059239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desandies?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desandies
What is Dr. Kenneth Desandies's specialty?
Dr. Desandies is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Alexandria, VA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Desandies to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Desandies affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desandies is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center 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 Kenneth Desandies accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Desandies is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Desandies offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desandies's office at (703) 348-9110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Desandies?
Please contact Dr. Desandies's office at (703) 348-9110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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