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Dr. Margaret Desa, MD

Specialist

Santa Ana, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desa, Specialist in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Margaret Desa, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA. She has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Desa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desa’s office at (714) 480-0044.

    What languages does Dr. Desa speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Desa typically treat?

    As a Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Does Dr. Desa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 480-0044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desa accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Desa in Santa Ana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desa's office located?

    Dr. Margaret Desa's Primary Practice

    1125 E 17th St Ste N351

    Santa Ana, CA 92701

    (714) 480-0044

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    What hospitals are Dr. Desa affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Desa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange,Orange, CA
    Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange,Orange, CA

    What is Dr. Desa's NPI number?A 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 1144247990.

    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. Margaret Desa's specialty?

    Dr. Desa is a Specialist near Santa Ana, CA.

    Is Dr. Margaret Desa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desa is affiliated with Uci Medical 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

    When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Margaret Desa accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Desa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Margaret Desa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desa's office at (714) 480-0044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Margaret Desa?

    Please contact Dr. Desa's office at (714) 480-0044 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desa's office located?

    Dr. Desa's office is located in Santa Ana, CA.