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Dr. Paul Desmarais, MD

Dr. Paul Desmarais, MD

South Bend, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desmarais, Physiatrist in South Bend, IN?

    Dr. Paul Desmarais, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in South Bend, IN. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Desmarais graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Carolinas Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Desmarais is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desmarais’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desmarais’s office at (574) 204-6440.

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

    • Residency: Carolinas Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Desmarais board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Desmarais, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Desmarais speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Desmarais treat?

    As a 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Does Dr. Desmarais accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desmarais accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 204-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desmarais accept in South Bend, IN?

    Dr. Desmarais in South Bend, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • MDwise

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Desmarais' office located?

    Dr. Paul Desmarais' Primary Practice

    211 N Eddy St

    South Bend, IN 46617

    (574) 204-6440

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    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 1376642249.

    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. Paul Desmarais's specialty?

    Dr. Desmarais is a Physiatrist near South Bend, IN. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Desmarais to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Desmarais affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desmarais is affiliated with Memorial Hospital - South Bend 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 Paul Desmarais accepting new patients in South Bend, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Desmarais is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Desmarais offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desmarais's office at (574) 204-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Desmarais?

    Please contact Dr. Desmarais's office at (574) 204-6440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Desmarais have?

    Dr. Paul Desmarais is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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