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Dr. Linda Desitter, MD
Portland, OR
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desitter, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Linda Desitter, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Desitter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desitter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desitter’s office at (971) 202-5500.
What languages does Dr. Desitter speak?
Dr. Desitter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desitter treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Desitter 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. Desitter. 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:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Executive Function Problems
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- Frontal Lobe Damage
- Difficulty with Planning
- Cognitive Problems after Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69314: Frontal lobe and executive function deficit following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Problems with Planning and Decision-Making After Stroke
- Brain Disease
- Executive dysfunction after stroke
- Frontal lobe damage from stroke
- Cognitive issues after stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69914: Frontal lobe and executive function deficit following unspecified cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Transverse Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
Which procedures does Dr. Desitter perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Linda Desitter may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desitter's office.
Does Dr. Desitter accept my insurance?
Dr. Desitter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (971) 202-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desitter accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Desitter in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Yamhill Community Care
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Where is Dr. Desitter's office located?
Dr. Linda Desitter's Primary Practice
5100 S Macadam Ave Ste 200
Portland, OR 97239
(971) 202-5500
Dr. Linda Desitter's Practice 2
6410 NE Halsey St Ste 600
Portland, OR 97213
(503) 215-2669
What is Dr. Desitter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desitter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336296243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desitter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desitter
What is Dr. Linda Desitter's specialty?
Dr. Desitter is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Portland, OR. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Desitter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Desitter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desitter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Linda Desitter accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Linda Desitter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Desitter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desitter's office at (971) 202-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Desitter?
Please contact Dr. Desitter's office at (971) 202-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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