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Dr. Paul Desandre, DO
Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist
Atlanta, GA
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desandre, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Paul Desandre, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Desandre is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desandre’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desandre’s office at (404) 321-6111.
Where did Dr. Desandre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desandre speak?
Dr. Desandre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desandre treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desandre 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. Desandre. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I615: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, intraventricular
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- TBI
- Head injury
- Brain trauma
- Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAS: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, sequela
- S062XAS: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, sequela
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:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
Also known as:
- Bleeding Disorder
- Blood Clotting Disorder
- Coagulopathy
- Hemorrhagic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X9S: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, sequela
Also known as:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Desandre perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Desandre may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desandre's office.
Does Dr. Desandre accept my insurance?
Dr. Desandre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 321-6111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desandre accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Desandre in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desandre's office located?
Dr. Paul Desandre's Primary Practice
80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 321-6111
What is Dr. Desandre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desandre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255483756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desandre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desandre
What is Dr. Paul Desandre's specialty?
Dr. Desandre is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Desandre to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Desandre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desandre is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Paul Desandre accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Desandre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Desandre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desandre's office at (404) 321-6111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Desandre?
Please contact Dr. Desandre's office at (404) 321-6111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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