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Who is Dr. Desa, Interventional Cardiologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Travis Desa, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desa’s office at (714) 313-7860.
What languages does Dr. Desa speak?
Dr. Desa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Desa typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Desa 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. Desa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Desa typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Travis Desa may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Desa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desa accept my insurance?
Dr. Desa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 313-7860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desa accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Desa in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desa's office located?
Dr. Travis Desa's Primary Practice
5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 500
Long Beach, CA 90804
(714) 313-7860
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Travis Desa?
Dr. Desa has appointments available at his Long Beach, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Desa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902298219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desa
What is Dr. Travis Desa's specialty?
Dr. Desa is a Interventional Cardiologist near Long Beach, CA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Travis Desa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desa is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Travis Desa accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Travis Desa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Travis Desa offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Desa, or call (714) 313-7860 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Travis Desa?
Please contact Dr. Desa's office at (714) 313-7860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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